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Can You Break a Lease Due to Domestic Violence? To legally terminate a lease, a tenant must provide the landlord with documentation to substantiate their claim as a victim of domestic violence Accepted proof falls into two categories: official records from law enforcement or the courts, and statements from qualified third-party professionals
HOUSING PROTECTIONS FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE A tenant’s notice of intended lease termination must be in writing and include a copy of a temporary restraining order, emergency protective order, or a copy of a written report by a peace officer stating that a report alleging domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking has been filed
Early Lease Termination for Victims of Family Violence You must give the landlord a copy of one of the above documents or orders You must give the landlord written notice of your plans to terminate the lease at least 30 days before
Domestic Violence Protections for Renters - Tenants Union In addition to providing the landlord with a copy of the valid order for protection or report from a qualified third party, tenants must also notify their landlord in writing within 90 days of the incident that they are a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking or unlawful harassment
Your Rights Under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA, 34 U S C § 12471 et seq ) provides housing protections for survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and or stalking (collectively referred to on this page as “VAWA violence abuse”) [1] ( See 34 U S C § 12291)
Can a Tenant Break a Lease Due to Domestic Violence? Tenants who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or sexual abuse can terminate their lease early so long as they have proof of the violence and notify the landlord in writing within a specific period