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New Jersey Utility Debt Laws

Everything you need to know about utility debt in New Jersey: SOL is 6 years, garnishment capped at 10% of gross income (if earning <250% fpl), and 2 state-specific protections apply.

6 years

SOL (open/revolving accounts)

$800

Avg utility debt

10% of gross income (if earnin

Garnishment cap

How to Dispute Utility Debt in New Jersey

1
File complaint with state Public Utility Commission
2
Request billing audit and meter verification
3
Apply for utility assistance programs (LIHEAP)
4
Dispute estimated vs actual billing
5
Challenge reconnection fees if disconnect was improper

New Jersey State Law

NJ Consumer Fraud Act

File complaints: AG Consumer Protection

Relevant Federal Laws

  • FDCPA (15 USC 1692)
  • FCRA (15 USC 1681)
  • FTC Act 5
  • CFPB Reg F

New Jersey Consumer Protections

Treble damages under Consumer Fraud Act
Low-income garnishment protections

Utility Debt Tips for New Jersey Residents

Utilities must offer payment plans in most states
Estimated billing can be challenged with actual meter reads
Many states ban winter disconnection for heat

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