Fair Housing
In Oregon, a landlord may refuse to rent to an applicant with a prior felony conviction under which circumstances?
AAutomatically, based on any criminal history
BOnly after an individualized assessment considering the nature and timing of the offense and evidence of rehabilitation✓ Correct
CNever — criminal history cannot be considered in housing
DOnly for convictions within the past 5 years
Explanation
Oregon's fair chance housing laws (and Portland's ordinance) require landlords to conduct individualized assessments rather than applying blanket criminal history disqualifications. Landlords must consider the nature and severity of the offense, how long ago it occurred, and evidence of rehabilitation. Blanket exclusions for any criminal record may violate Oregon law.
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