
Foreclosures, and Evictions protection for Domestic Violence Victims in Indiana
Recently updated on February 6th, 2025 at 01:41 pm
In Maryland, domestic violence victims are afforded certain protections related to foreclosures and evictions under state and federal laws:
Eviction Protections:
- Right to Terminate Lease Early:
- Under Maryland law, victims of domestic violence can terminate a residential lease early without penalty if:
- They provide written notice to the landlord.
- They include a copy of a protective order or other documentation proving their status as a victim of domestic violence.
- This helps victims relocate quickly to a safer environment.
- Under Maryland law, victims of domestic violence can terminate a residential lease early without penalty if:
- Protection Against Retaliatory Eviction:
- Landlords are prohibited from evicting tenants in retaliation for reporting domestic violence incidents or obtaining a protective order.
- Federal Violence Against Women Act (VAWA):
- For victims living in federally subsidized housing:
- They cannot be evicted solely due to being a victim of domestic violence.
- Landlords must provide reasonable accommodations, such as transferring the tenant to another unit for safety reasons.
- For victims living in federally subsidized housing:
Foreclosure Protections:
- Federal Protections (VAWA):
- VAWA extends some foreclosure protections to victims of domestic violence in certain housing programs, ensuring that survivors are not penalized for the financial impact of abuse.
- State-Specific Remedies:
- Maryland courts may provide relief through protective orders, including requiring the abuser to vacate a shared home, even if the home is owned or leased by the abuser.
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