Alaska Stat. § 18.80. § 18.80.260
Aiding, abetting, or coercing a violation of chapter
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It is unlawful for a person to aid, abet, incite, compel, or coerce the doing of an act forbidden under this chapter or to attempt to do so.
Alaska Statute § 18.80.260 extends the reach of the state's civil rights and fair housing law beyond direct violators to anyone who assists, encourages, pressures, or forces another person to commit a prohibited act. The provision also covers attempts to provide such assistance or coercion, even if the underlying act is never completed. In effect, indirect participation in a violation carries the same legal exposure as committing the act directly.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under AS 18.80 § 18.80.260, property owners and managers who operate in Alaska should be aware that directing, pressuring, or assisting employees, agents, or contractors to carry out discriminatory or otherwise prohibited acts can itself constitute a violation of the chapter. Compliant operators generally ensure that staff training, written policies, and management instructions do not encourage or require conduct that the chapter forbids. Reviewing agency relationships and third-party vendor instructions with this provision in mind is a common practice among operators seeking to stay within the law.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
AS 18.80 § 18.80.260 means that a tenant who experiences discrimination or another prohibited act may have a claim not only against the person who directly acted, but also against anyone who aided, encouraged, or pressured that person to do so. This can be relevant when, for example, a property management company instructs an on-site agent to carry out a prohibited action. Tenants who believe this provision has been violated can explore options such as filing a complaint with the Alaska State Commission for Human Rights or consulting a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available remedies.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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