New Jersey § 46:8-48
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 46:8-48, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46:8-48.
No landlord shall offer to any tenant or prospective tenant or enter into any written
lease after the effective date of this act which includes a lease provision which
violates clearly established legal rights of tenants or responsibilities of landlords
as established by the law of this State at the time the lease is signed. A tenant shall have the right to petition a court of competent jurisdiction to terminate
a lease containing any such provision. Nothing contained herein shall limit any rights or remedies a tenant may have under
a lease. No landlord shall be liable to any penalty under section 5 of this act 1 nor any lease termination by a tenant under section 6 of this act, 2 for any lease provision in violation of section 6 of this act where the proposal
to include such lease provision originated from the tenant and not such landlord. 1
N.J.S.A. § 46:8-47. 2
N.J.S.A. § 46:8-48 (this section).
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 46:8-48
What does New Jersey Statutes § 46:8-48 cover?
Section 46:8-48 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 46:8-48?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 46:8-48" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 46:8-48 apply to my situation?
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