Property Ownership
In New Jersey, 'adverse possession' allows a person to claim title to another's property after occupying it openly, continuously, and hostilely for at least:
A5 years
B10 years
C20 years
D30 years✓ Correct
Explanation
New Jersey requires 30 years of adverse possession under N.J.S.A. 2A:14-6 for a claimant to quiet title to another's property. Requirements include open, notorious, continuous, exclusive, and hostile possession without the owner's permission.
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