NJ Rent Security Deposit Law Template

Is your New Jersey landlord hiding where your security deposit is kept?

Under New Jersey State Law N.J.S.A. 46:8-19, landlords are strictly required to place your security deposit into a separate, interest-bearing bank account and notify you of the bank name and account details in writing within 30 days.

If your landlord failed to give you this mandatory written notice, you have the legal right to apply your security deposit toward your future rent! This means you can legally stop paying rent up to the amount of your deposit, forcing them to use the deposit instead.

Stop arguing with your landlord. Send this formal legal notice citing the exact NJ statutes to inform them that you are exercising your legal rights to apply your deposit to your rent.

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Legal Disclaimer:

The creator of this template is not an attorney, and this document does not constitute formal legal advice. This is an educational document template designed for self-help purposes. Purchasing this product does not create an attorney-client relationship. If you require legal advice or representation, please consult a licensed attorney in the state of New Jersey.