N.J. Stat. Ann. § 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-18
Rules of practice; limitations
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The Attorney General shall establish rules of practice to govern, expedite and effectuate the foregoing procedure and his own actions thereunder. Any complaint filed in the division or in any municipal office pursuant to this act must be so filed within 180 days after the alleged act of discrimination. L.1945, c. 169, p. 596, s. 17. Amended by L.1963, c. 40, s. 12; L.1979, c. 404, s. 4, eff. Feb. 8, 1980.
Under N.J.S.A. 10:5-18, the New Jersey Attorney General is authorized to create procedural rules that govern how discrimination complaints are processed within the Division on Civil Rights. A strict time limit applies: any complaint alleging an act of discrimination must be filed within 180 days of the date the alleged discriminatory act occurred. This deadline applies whether the complaint is submitted to the Division or to a qualifying municipal office under the Law Against Discrimination.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in New Jersey should be aware that under N.J.S.A. 10:5-18, tenants and applicants have up to 180 days from an alleged discriminatory act to file a formal complaint with the Division on Civil Rights or a municipal office. Compliant operators generally maintain thorough, dated records of rental decisions, communications, and policies, which can be relevant if a complaint is filed within that window. Familiarity with the Attorney General's procedural rules governing the complaint process helps operators understand what to expect if a matter is initiated.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.S.A. 10:5-18 establishes that individuals who believe they have experienced housing discrimination in New Jersey have 180 days from the date of the alleged act to file a complaint with the Division on Civil Rights or an applicable municipal office. Missing this deadline may affect the ability to pursue a claim through this particular process, making timely action an important general consideration. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help individuals understand the complaint procedures established by the Attorney General 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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