Fair Housing
In NJ, the protected class of 'age' under the NJ LAD in housing prohibits discrimination against:
AOnly seniors aged 65+
BAny person 18 years or older based on their age✓ Correct
COnly minors
DPersons aged 40–65
Explanation
NJ's LAD prohibits age discrimination in housing for persons 18 years of age or older. Unlike the federal ADEA (employment), NJ's housing age protection is not limited to a specific age range above a minimum.
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