New Jersey Domestic violence early termination

Domestic violence early termination in New Jersey

Under the Safe Housing Act, a domestic violence victim may end a lease early without penalty by giving the landlord written notice that the tenant or the tenant's child faces an imminent threat of serious physical harm from a named person, plus qualifying documentation.

Verified Source: N.J.S.A. 46:8-9.6 · last checked 2026-10-23