Eviction Guidance

New Jersey Department of Community Affairs - Office of Eviction Prevention's NJ Eviction Guide is a free, step-by-step tool available to help tenants understand their eviction process and connect directly with free legal help in their county. By answering a few questions about your specific situation, personalized guidance can be provided to help navigate the process.

This guide offers:

• Personalized guidance based on tenant responses
• A clear explanation of each stage in the eviction process
• Access to free, high-quality legal services for eligible low-income tenants
• Private and secure interaction (no data is stored on government servers)

For legal assistance, visit the Get Help Now section of the Eviction Guide webpage and select your county to see available resources.

To contact the Office of Eviction Prevention, call (609) 376-0810 or email evictionprevention@dca.nj.gov.