Leases: termination of tenancy: abuse or violence: security deposit.

CA AB924 aimed to change the rules about ending a lease when there is abuse or violence involved. It proposed that tenants who experienced such situations could terminate their tenancy and have protections regarding their security deposits. However, the bill did not pass.

Supporters of CA AB924 would argue that the bill was a necessary step to protect victims of domestic violence and abuse by providing them with a safer way to leave their living situations without financial penalties. They would emphasize the importance of ensuring that these individuals are not further victimized by losing their security deposits when they seek safety.

Critics of CA AB924 might contend that the bill could create loopholes that allow tenants to terminate leases without sufficient justification, potentially leading to increased rental instability. They may also argue that the bill could impose unfair burdens on landlords, who would face financial losses due to unsubstantiated claims of abuse or violence.