Housing Discrimination Against Abused Women

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Published Date

January, 2006

Publisher(s)

National Law Center on Homelessness and Poverty

This Q&A discusses discrimination in housing and the legal avenues that DV survivors can use. This includes information regarding the Fair Housing Act and when to contact an attorney.

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Housing Discrimination Against Abused Women

Material Categories

Civil Legal Rights & Protections

Domestic Violence

Housing & Homelessness

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