Judges revive lawsuit against Seaside Heights law aimed at after-prom parties

Seaside Heights bars some young people from renting hotel rooms during prom season. Motel owners say that’s illegal.

By: Sophie Nieto-Munoz

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: July 20, 2026

Words: 445

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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A state appeals court has revived a legal challenge to a Seaside Heights ordinance that banned adults under 21 from renting hotel and motel rooms during prom and graduation season.

The three-court panel on Monday ruled that the trial judge who dismissed the challenge should take another look at whether the ordinance violates the state constitution’s promise of equal protection and due process. The ordinance presents “constitutionally significant …

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