Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, which action against a fair housing complainant is specifically prohibited?
ADefending against a fair housing complaint
BRetaliating against a person for filing a fair housing complaint or assisting in an investigation✓ Correct
CNegotiating a settlement in a fair housing case
DHiring an attorney to represent the respondent
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act specifically prohibits retaliation against persons who file fair housing complaints, testify, or assist in investigations. Retaliation (evicting a tenant who filed a complaint, refusing to renew a lease, or other adverse actions) is itself a separate fair housing violation. Minnesota's Human Rights Act also contains anti-retaliation provisions. Property owners must be especially careful not to take adverse actions against complainants.
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