N.J. Stat. Ann. § 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-14.1
Enforcement of act; summary proceedings; injunction
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6. At any time after the filing of any complaint, or whenever it shall appear to the Attorney General or the director that a person has engaged in, is engaging in, or is about to engage in any practice declared to be unlawful by this act, the Attorney General or the director may proceed against any person in a summary manner in the Superior Court of New Jersey to obtain an injunction prohibiting such person from continuing such practices or engaging therein or doing any acts in furtherance thereof, to compel compliance with any of the provisions of this act, or to prevent violations or attempts to violate any such provisions, or attempts to interfere with or impede the enforcement of any such provisions or the exercise or performance of any power or duty thereunder. L.1966, c.17, s.6; amended 2019, c.436, s.6.
Under N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-14.1, the New Jersey Attorney General or the Division on Civil Rights director is authorized to seek emergency court intervention in the Superior Court of New Jersey against anyone who has engaged in, is engaging in, or is about to engage in conduct declared unlawful under the Law Against Discrimination. The court can issue an injunction to stop the prohibited conduct, compel compliance with the law, or prevent interference with its enforcement. This authority can be exercised at any point after a complaint is filed, or independently whenever unlawful activity appears imminent.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to New Jersey's Law Against Discrimination should be aware that N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-14.1 gives state authorities the power to seek immediate court-ordered relief—without waiting for a full administrative hearing—if discriminatory practices are alleged or anticipated. Operators who maintain documented, consistently applied non-discriminatory policies and procedures are generally better positioned to demonstrate compliance. Understanding that injunctive action can be initiated swiftly underscores the importance of training staff and reviewing rental practices on a regular basis.
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. § 10:5-14.1 provides that once a complaint is filed—or even before one is filed if unlawful conduct appears imminent—the Attorney General or the director of the Division on Civil Rights can go directly to the Superior Court of New Jersey to stop discriminatory housing practices through an injunction. Tenants who believe they have experienced or are about to experience housing discrimination may file a complaint with the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights, which can trigger this enforcement mechanism. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid offices can help individuals understand what options exist 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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