Writing requirements, leases

N.J. Stat. § 25:1-12
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3. Writing Requirements, Leases. A transaction intended to create a lease of real estate for more than three years shall not be enforceable unless: a. the leased premises, the term of the lease and the identity of the lessor and the lessee are established in a writing signed by or on behalf of the party against whom enforcement is sought; or b. the real estate, the term of the lease and the identity of the lessor and the lessee are proved by clear and convincing evidence. Source: R.S.25:1-1, 25:1-5(d). L.1995,c.360,s.3.
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