Washington Domestic violence early termination

Domestic violence early termination in Washington

A tenant who was, or whose household member was, a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, unlawful harassment or stalking may end the lease with written notice if they have a protection order or a qualified third party's report. Code text: "If a tenant notifies the landlord in writing that he or she or a household member was a victim of an act that constitutes a crime of domestic violence, sexual assault, unlawful harassment, or stalking."

Verified Source: RCW 59.18.575(1) · last checked 2026-10-16