(a) A property owner who discovers that a squatter is occupying the owner's property may execute an affidavit stating that the squatter:
- (1) is occupying the owner's property;
- (2) does not have a rental agreement, permission of the owner, or any other property interest authorizing the individual to occupy the owner's property; and
- (3) has never had a rental agreement, permission of the owner, or any other property interest that authorized the individual to occupy the other owner's property.
- (b) An affidavit executed under this section must state that a person who makes a false statement on the affidavit is subject to the penalties of perjury.
- (c) A law enforcement agency may create a form affidavit that contains all the information required under this section.
As added by P.L.191-2025, SEC.1.