N.J. Stat. Ann. § 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-14
Investigation of complaint; Attorney General's duties
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13. After the filing of any complaint, the Attorney General shall cause prompt investigation to be made in connection therewith and advise the complainant of the results thereof. During the period beginning with the filing of such complaint and ending with the closure of the case or 45 days from the date of a finding of probable cause, the Attorney General shall, to the extent feasible, engage in conciliation with respect to such complaint. Neither the Attorney General nor any officer or employee of the division shall disclose any conversation between the Attorney General or a representative and the respondent or a representative at such conference, except that the Attorney General and any officer or employee may disclose the terms of a settlement offer to the complainant or other aggrieved person on whose behalf the complaint was filed. L.1945,c.169,s.13; amended 1949, c.11, s.9; 1963, c.40, s.8; 1966, c.17, s.5; 1990, c.12, s.3; 1992, c.146, s.10; 2003, c.180, s.14.
Under N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-14, once a discrimination complaint is filed with the New Jersey Attorney General, the office is required to promptly investigate and inform the complainant of the findings. During the period from filing through case closure or 45 days after a probable-cause finding, the Attorney General must attempt conciliation between the parties where feasible. Conversations held during conciliation conferences are confidential, though the terms of any settlement offer may be shared with the complainant or other aggrieved person on whose behalf the complaint was filed.
Plain English — not legal advice.
N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-14 establishes that once a complaint is filed against a housing provider, the Attorney General's office will investigate and may initiate a conciliation process. Operators who participate in conciliation conferences generally understand that statements made during those sessions are protected from disclosure, though any settlement offer terms can be shared with the complainant. Maintaining clear records and cooperating with the investigation process are practices consistent with compliance under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-14 gives complainants the right to receive prompt notice of the investigation's results after filing a complaint with the Attorney General's office. The law also entitles complainants to be informed of any settlement offer terms that arise during the conciliation phase, even though the broader conciliation discussions remain confidential. Tenants who believe their rights have been violated may consider filing a complaint with the Attorney General's Division on Civil Rights or consulting a tenant-rights organization to understand available enforcement paths under this provision.
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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