N.J. Stat. Ann. § 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-12.11
Grievances, actions
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5. Any person claiming to be aggrieved by a violation of P.L.2019, c.39 (C.10:5-12.7 et seq.) may initiate suit in Superior Court. An action pursuant to this section shall be commenced within two years next after the cause of any such action shall have accrued. All remedies available in common law tort actions shall be available to prevailing plaintiffs. These remedies are in addition to any provided by P.L.2019, c.39 (C.10:5-12.7 et seq.) or any other statute. A prevailing plaintiff shall be awarded reasonable attorney fees and costs. L.2019, c.39, s.5.
Under N.J.S.A. 10:5-12.11, any person who believes they have been harmed by a violation of New Jersey's source-of-income anti-discrimination law (P.L.2019, c.39) may file a civil lawsuit in Superior Court. Such a lawsuit must be filed within two years of when the alleged violation occurred. A plaintiff who prevails in court is entitled to all common-law tort remedies, any additional remedies provided by the underlying statute or other laws, and an award of reasonable attorney fees and costs.
Plain English — not legal advice.
N.J.S.A. 10:5-12.11 means that property owners and managers who are found to have violated New Jersey's source-of-income protections can face civil liability in Superior Court, including the full range of common-law tort remedies and an obligation to pay the prevailing plaintiff's attorney fees and costs. Compliant operators generally maintain clear, documented policies ensuring that housing applicants and tenants are not treated differently based on their lawful source of income. Keeping thorough records of rental decisions and communications is a practice commonly associated with demonstrating compliance if a claim is ever raised.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.S.A. 10:5-12.11 gives individuals who believe they were subjected to source-of-income discrimination a private right of action in New Jersey Superior Court, with a two-year window from the date the violation occurred to file suit. A tenant who prevails may recover common-law tort remedies, any additional statutory remedies, and reasonable attorney fees and costs — meaning the cost of legal representation may be recoverable if the case is won. Tenants exploring this provision may consider reaching out to a tenant-rights organization or legal aid office to understand the range of enforcement paths available under P.L.2019, c.39.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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