Fair Housing
NJ's 'source of lawful income' protection under the LAD was specifically aimed at preventing landlords from discriminating against applicants because they:
AWork in retail
BReceive government housing subsidies, disability payments, child support, alimony, or other lawful non-wage income✓ Correct
CHave bank accounts
DAre self-employed professionals
Explanation
The 'source of lawful income' protection was enacted to prevent landlords from categorically refusing applicants who rely on housing subsidies (Section 8), public assistance, disability benefits, or other legal non-wage income sources.
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