Fair Housing
Under federal fair housing law, which of the following persons would be considered to have a 'disability' protected under the FHA?
AA. A person who is currently using illegal drugs
BB. A person who was formerly addicted to drugs but has completed a drug treatment program and is no longer using drugs✓ Correct
CC. A person who is under age 18
DD. A person who is currently incarcerated
Explanation
The FHA protects persons with disabilities, including those in recovery from drug addiction who are not currently using illegal drugs. A person who successfully completed drug rehabilitation and is no longer using illegal drugs is protected. However, current illegal drug users are NOT protected by the FHA's disability provisions.
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