Get your security deposit back in Hudson County, New Jersey

What you get

• A ready-to-sign demand letter that cites N.J.S.A. 46:8-21.1
• Steps to send it by certified mail and track the 10-day deadline
• If you are not paid: how to file small claims in your county
• A checklist of proof to keep

How it works

1. Answer simple questions online, in English or Spanish (about 15 minutes).
2. Review your answers and pay securely.
3. Download your package right away and follow the plain steps to file it yourself.

Where to file in Hudson County

Call ahead: hours, rooms and fees can change. Source: New Jersey Courts directory.

This is not the right service if

• You still live in the rental
• The rental is commercial property

More help in Hudson County

• Uncontested divorce
• Small claims
• Landlord: unpaid rent or lease violation
• Legal name change

Serving all 12 towns in Hudson County

Bayonne, East Newark Borough, Guttenberg, Harrison, Hoboken, Jersey City, Kearny, North Bergen Township, Secaucus, Union City, Weehawken Township, West New York

Questions

How long does a NJ landlord have to return a security deposit?

30 days after the tenancy ends, with any interest, minus deductions listed in writing. If a deposit is wrongfully kept, a tenant may ask the court for double the amount withheld.

Where do I sue for my deposit in Hudson County?

If the rental is in Hudson County, at the Special Civil Part, Small Claims Section: Frank J. Guarini Justice Complex, 24 Central Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306. Phone 201-748-4400 ext. 66680.

Do I need a lawyer?

No. Many tenants send a demand letter first and use small claims court if needed. Luneford's letter package costs $29.