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At a brokerage compliance review in Winnebago County, four statements about Illinois fair housing enforcement and remedies are discussed. Which of the following statements is INACCURATE under current Illinois law?

Correct Answer

D) A licensed broker may lawfully refuse to show property to a prospective buyer based on the buyer's national origin, provided the refusal is documented in writing.

National origin is an explicitly protected class under both the federal Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. § 3604) and the Illinois Human Rights Act (775 ILCS 5/3-102). No documentation requirement or procedural step makes discrimination on the basis of national origin lawful. A broker who refuses to show property based on a buyer's national origin commits a violation under both state and federal law.

Answer Options
A
A housing discrimination complaint at the state level is typically filed with the Illinois Department of Human Rights.
B
After investigation, a complainant may pursue the matter before the Illinois Human Rights Commission or elect to file in circuit court, with the Illinois Attorney General representing the Department in circuit court proceedings.
C
A finding of discriminatory conduct can expose an Illinois licensee to both fair housing liability and professional licensing consequences through IDFPR.
D
A licensed broker may lawfully refuse to show property to a prospective buyer based on the buyer's national origin, provided the refusal is documented in writing.

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