Index
Illinois Safe Homes Act
Summary
Protects victims of domestic or sexual violence by allowing them to terminate their lease early or change locks for safety without penalty.
Rights & Rules
- 01.Victims of violence can break a lease early if they provide notice that they are under an imminent threat of violence.
- 02.Tenants can request a lock change and, if the landlord fails to do so within 48 hours, the tenant can change it themselves.
- 03.Landlords cannot evict a tenant solely because they are a victim of domestic violence.
Penalties
- 01.Civil liability for landlords who refuse to change locks or interfere with early termination rights.
- 02.Landlords may be forced to pay tenant damages and attorney fees.
Verified Citations
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