Property Management
In Rhode Island, a residential tenant who is the victim of domestic violence has special protections under landlord-tenant law, including:
AThe right to have their rent reduced by 50%
BThe right to terminate the lease early by providing notice and documentation without penalty✓ Correct
CThe right to require the landlord to change all locks for free
DThe right to remain indefinitely without paying rent
Explanation
Rhode Island law provides that victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking may terminate their lease early without penalty upon providing proper notice and documentation (such as a police report or protective order).
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