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Illinois Safe Homes Act (765 ILCS 750)
Summary
Allows victims of domestic or sexual violence to terminate their leases early or change locks to ensure their safety.
Rights & Rules
- 01.Right to end a lease early if there is a credible threat of domestic violence on the premises.
- 02.Right to have locks changed within 48 hours of notifying the landlord of a safety threat.
- 03.Protection from eviction based solely on being a victim of violence.
Penalties
- 01.Landlords who fail to change locks may be liable for subsequent damages or injuries to the tenant.
- 02.Illegal lockout penalties if the landlord attempts to prevent the tenant's safe exit.
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