Housing Authority v. Myers

CAVANAUGH, J.S.C.

This case is a summary dispossess action to terminate defendant’s, Walter Myers, tenancy because of alleged drug activity on the leased premises. See N.J.S.A 2A:18-61.1(p). Myers resides at 569 Montgomery Street, Apartment # 98-5, Jersey City. Plaintiff, Housing Authority of Jersey City is a public housing agency subject to the United States Housing Act of 1937, and the regulations pursuant thereto.

On April 7, 1995, Myers was arrested for possession of CDS paraphernalia — three empty glassine bags bearing logos by which CDS is commonly distributed. Myers was charged with a…