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6 Del. C. ch. 46 § 4618

Interference, coercion or intimidation

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Verified 10/21/2026 · Next check 10/28/2026
effective 10/21/2026DelawareRetaliation Protections

Operative Text

6 Del. C. ch. 46 § 4618
It shall be unlawful to coerce, intimidate, threaten or interfere with any person in the exercise or enjoyment of, or on account of that person having exercised or enjoyed, or on account of that person having aided or encouraged any other person in the exercise or enjoyment of, any right granted or protected by § 4603, § 4604, § 4605 or § 4606 of this title.
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Plain English

Section 4618 of Delaware's Fair Housing law (6 Del. C. ch. 46) makes it unlawful for anyone to coerce, intimidate, threaten, or interfere with a person because that person exercised a fair housing right, enjoyed a fair housing protection, or helped someone else do so. The rights shielded by this provision are those established in §§ 4603–4606 of the same chapter, which cover core fair housing protections against discrimination in housing transactions. The rule applies both to direct targets of such conduct and to those who assisted or encouraged others in asserting their rights.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Property owners and managers operating under Delaware law should be aware that § 4618 prohibits any conduct—whether explicit threats, subtle pressure, or interference—directed at a resident, applicant, or third party because that individual exercised or supported fair housing rights under §§ 4603–4606. Compliant operators generally ensure that their communications, lease enforcement actions, and business practices cannot be construed as retaliatory or coercive responses to a fair housing complaint or assertion. Training staff to recognize and avoid conduct that could be perceived as intimidation is a common practice among operators seeking to stay within the bounds of this provision.

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

For Tenants

Under § 4618 of Delaware's fair housing law (6 Del. C. ch. 46), tenants and applicants are protected from coercion, threats, or interference when they exercise their fair housing rights or assist others in doing so. If a tenant believes a landlord or other party has engaged in such conduct, general enforcement paths include filing a complaint with the Delaware Division of Human Relations or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, which administers overlapping federal fair housing protections. Tenant-rights organizations in Delaware can also help individuals understand how § 4618 may apply to their circumstances.

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. § 4606

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

Related Rules

§ 2A
Reprisal for reporting violations of law, for tenant's union activity, or actions taken pursuant to laws protecting tenants who are victims of domestic violence, rape, sexual assault or stalking; defense; presumption
§ 47a-20
(Formerly Sec. 19-375a). Retaliatory action by landlord prohibited.
§ 47a-20a
Actions deemed not retaliatory.

Source Information

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