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6 Del. C. ch. 46 § 4606

Aiding discriminatory practices

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Verified 10/21/2026 · Next check 10/28/2026
effective 10/21/2026DelawareFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Operative Text

6 Del. C. ch. 46 § 4606
Notwithstanding the provisions enumerated in § 4619 of this title, it shall be unlawful to assist, induce, incite or coerce another person to commit any of the discriminatory housing practices prohibited by this chapter.
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Plain English

Section 4606 of Delaware's fair housing law (6 Del. C. ch. 46) extends the prohibition on discriminatory housing practices beyond the direct actor. Under this provision, it is unlawful for any person to help, encourage, pressure, or compel someone else to engage in housing discrimination that is otherwise banned by the chapter. In other words, facilitating or instigating a discriminatory act carries the same legal prohibition as committing the act directly.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Property owners and managers operating under 6 Del. C. ch. 46 § 4606 should be aware that directing, pressuring, or encouraging employees, agents, or contractors to carry out discriminatory housing practices is itself a violation of Delaware law. Compliant operators generally train staff on fair housing obligations, establish clear non-discrimination policies, and avoid any instructions that could be construed as inducing discriminatory conduct. Liability under this section can extend to those who orchestrate discrimination even if they are not the ones who carry it out directly.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Section 4606 of 6 Del. C. ch. 46 means that a tenant who experiences housing discrimination may have recourse not only against the person who directly discriminated, but also against anyone who aided, encouraged, or pressured that person to do so. Tenants who believe they have been harmed by such conduct can explore filing a complaint with the Delaware Human Relations Commission or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, or they may consult a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options. Documenting communications and instructions that suggest a third party induced the discriminatory act can be relevant to understanding the full scope of a potential claim.

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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References Out

Rules and statutes cited by this regulation

6 Del. C. § 4619

References In

Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

6 Del. C. ch. 46
6 Del. C. § 4602
6 Del. C. ch. 46
6 Del. C. ch. 46
6 Del. C. ch. 46
6 Del. C. ch. 46
6 Del. C. § 4610
6 Del. C. § 4618
6 Del. C. § 4607
6 Del. C. § 4610
6 Del. C. § 4614
6 Del. C. § 4610
6 Del. C. § 4613
6 Del. C. § 4619
6 Del. C. § 4602
6 Del. C. § 4603
6 Del. C. § 4603A
6 Del. C. § 4614
6 Del. C. § 4612
6 Del. C. § 4610
6 Del. C. § 4610
6 Del. C. § 4611
6 Del. C. § 4613
6 Del. C. § 4606

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Source Information

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