Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New Jersey
Is it true that in NJ a tenant can sue the landlord for 3 times the security deposit if it's not returned?
Asked on 4/10/12, 10:25 am
3 Answers from Attorneys
Larry Raiken
Larry S Raiken LLC
The statute says the tennant can sue the landlord for double the security deposit if its not returned in 30 days or a letter given to the tennant identifying why the security was not returned.
Answered on 4/10/12, 10:31 am
Robert Davies
The Davies Law Firm, P.A.
the max award is double plus court costs plus attorney's fees.
go talk to a lawyer!
Answered on 4/10/12, 10:46 am
Walter LeVine
Walter D. LeVine, Esq.
I agree with the other authors. The landlord can deduct cleaning and fixing up expenses if the tenant leaves the place a mess, but he has to account for this.
Answered on 4/10/12, 11:31 am
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