There are several reasons why you might move out of your apartment before your lease is ended. The law permits you to ask for your security deposit back even if you are “breaking the lease” (moving out of the apartment before the lease is ended). However, there can be other legal consequences that result from breaking a lease that could cause you potential legal problems.
View further information about the consequences of breaking a lease under New Jersey Law.
Because the consequences of breaking a lease can be more complicated than just merely trying to get your security deposit back, it is also a good idea to consult with an attorney.
Resources for obtaining an attorney or legal advice:
- If you are a low income resident of New Jersey and want a lawyer to represent you contact your local Legal Services/Legal Aid office. View a list of Legal Services/Legal Aid Offices in New Jersey.
- If you can afford to pay an attorney or have a case where you probably will recover attorneys fees that will allow you to pay an attorney contact a private attorney in your area.
View a list of Bar Association Lawyer referral services in New Jersey. |
