Question 91

A complainant in a discrimination case under the Federal Fair Housing Act must prove only that discrimination occurred.

To succeed in a discrimination case under the Federal Fair Housing Act, a complainant is required to demonstrate that discrimination took place, without the need to establish intent or provocation.

A) only that discrimination occurred.

This option is correct because the Federal Fair Housing Act only necessitates proof that discrimination transpired. The complainant does not have to prove intent or any additional factors to establish a violation of the Act.

B) that discrimination occurred and was not provoked.

This option is incorrect as it incorrectly adds a requirement that discrimination must not have been provoked. The Act does not require the complainant to demonstrate that their actions did not provoke the discriminatory behavior.

C) that the accused party intended to discriminate.

This option is also incorrect because the Federal Fair Housing Act does not require proof of intent. A complainant only needs to show that discrimination happened, regardless of whether the accused party had discriminatory intent.

D) that damages occurred.

This option is incorrect as well. While damages may be relevant in terms of the outcome of the case, the initial burden of proof under the Act is solely to show that discrimination occurred, not that damages were incurred as a result.

Conclusion

The correct answer is A, as it accurately reflects the requirement set forth by the Federal Fair Housing Act for a complainant to demonstrate the occurrence of discrimination. Options B, C, and D introduce unnecessary elements that are not part of the complainant's burden of proof under the Act, making them incorrect.