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H 3569·SC·house

Domestic violence in rental properties

Signed into LawFiled Dec 12, 2024
Sponsor: Mark Smith (R)
Latest Action

Act No. 184

Jun 2, 2026

Summary

The law lets a tenant who is a victim of documented domestic abuse terminate their rental agreement within 60 days of the incident. The tenant must give written notice and proof, but cannot be charged early‑termination fees, though they remain liable for any damage they caused. Landlords cannot retaliate and must follow the notice requirements.

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