Fair HousingIntermediateCalifornia Exam

A California real estate licensee's duty to uphold fair housing laws is governed by which DRE regulation?

ACalifornia Code of Regulations Title 10 §2780Correct
BCalifornia Civil Code §1102
CCalifornia Business and Professions Code §10200
DCalifornia Government Code §12955

Why California Code of Regulations Title 10 §2780 Is Correct

Answer A: California Code of Regulations Title 10 §2780

California Code of Regulations Title 10 §2780 specifically prohibits real estate licensees from engaging in discriminatory conduct and establishes that violations can result in disciplinary action, including suspension or revocation of license. In California, fair housing protections are enforced by the California Civil Rights Department (CRD, formerly DFEH) under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

Exam Tip: Fair Housing

Fair Housing questions test both federal (Fair Housing Act of 1968) and state-level protected classes. The federal protected classes are race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and disability. Many states add additional protections.

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