Homeowners nationwide have had their lives turned upside down this year by squatters who have brazenly taken over their homes, often leading to protracted legal processes and thousands in damages.
Florida, Georgia, Alabama, West Virginia and New York passed laws this year that restricted squatting, increased criminal penalties or to legally facilitate lengthy removal proceedings in court after a number of high-profile squatter cases.
1. Squatter charged after allegedly taking over $1M property...