Eviction Notice Response Guide

Summary

In New Jersey, landlords cannot evict tenants without a court order. Tenants have the right to stay until the court hearing. Landlords must maintain habitable conditions, including fixing leaky toilets. Noise complaints should be substantiated. If an eviction lawsuit is filed, tenants will receive a court summons with the hearing date and time. No need to schedule it yourself. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.

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jessica
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i received a notice to quit my apartment in december and that day is today i haven’t moved out deciding to wait to go to court for eviction
Hello Jessica, it seems you're dealing with an eviction notice. Can you please tell me where you're located so I can provide more accurate legal information?
tuckerton new jersey
In New Jersey:
- Your landlord cannot evict you without a court order.
- You have the right to stay until the court hearing.
- Your landlord cannot change locks or remove your belongings.

If you need further help, please consult a local attorney.
the complaints were for noise and damage from a leaky toilet my landlord knew about but didn’t fix
In New Jersey, landlords are responsible for maintaining habitable conditions. This includes fixing leaky toilets. Additionally, noise complaints should be substantiated. It might be helpful to gather evidence supporting your claims.
do i have to schedule a court appearance
In New Jersey, if an eviction lawsuit is filed against you:
- You'll receive a court summons.
- The date and time of your hearing will be on this document.
No need to schedule it yourself.