N.J. Stat. Ann. § 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-30
Administration and enforcement
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The provisions of this act shall be administered and enforced by the Division of Civil Rights in the Department of Law and Public Safety pursuant to the authority vested in it by the Law Against Discrimination (C. 10:5-1 et seq.). L.1971, c. 130, s. 2, eff. May 6, 1971.
Under N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-30, the New Jersey Division of Civil Rights within the Department of Law and Public Safety is the designated body responsible for administering and enforcing the provisions of this act. The Division draws its authority from the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD), which provides the legal framework for investigating and addressing violations. This arrangement centralizes civil rights enforcement under a single state agency with established statutory powers.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in New Jersey should be aware that N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. § 10:5-30 places enforcement authority squarely with the New Jersey Division of Civil Rights. Compliant operators generally maintain housing practices that align with the Law Against Discrimination, understanding that the Division has the power to investigate complaints and take enforcement action. Keeping records of rental policies and decisions is a practice commonly associated with operators who are prepared to respond to any Division inquiry.
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. § 10:5-30 establishes that the New Jersey Division of Civil Rights is the agency empowered to receive and act on complaints arising under the Law Against Discrimination in housing matters. Tenants who believe their rights under the LAD have been violated may consider filing a complaint directly with the Division of Civil Rights as one available path. Tenant-rights organizations in New Jersey can also provide general information about the complaint process and what documentation is typically relevant.
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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