Ky. Rev. Stat. ch. 367 § 367.170
Unlawful acts
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367.170 Unlawful acts. (1) Unfair, false, misleading, or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce are hereby declared unlawful. (2) For the purposes of this section, unfair shall be construed to mean unconscionable. History: Amended 1976 Ky. Acts ch. 221, sec. 1. -- Created 1972 Ky. Acts ch. 4, sec. 7.
Kentucky Revised Statutes § 367.170 declares that unfair, false, misleading, or deceptive acts or practices carried out in the course of trade or commerce are unlawful under state law. The statute clarifies that 'unfair' in this context means 'unconscionable,' setting a high bar for conduct that crosses the line. This provision is part of Kentucky's Consumer Protection Act and applies broadly to commercial dealings, including those in the housing and rental market.
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Under Ky. Rev. Stat. § 367.170, property owners and managers operating in Kentucky's rental market are expected to avoid any representations or practices that could be characterized as false, misleading, deceptive, or unconscionable. Compliant operators generally ensure that lease terms, advertising, fee disclosures, and communications with prospective or current tenants are accurate and transparent. Practices such as misrepresenting unit conditions, hiding material fees, or using high-pressure tactics that could be deemed unconscionable may fall within the scope of this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ky. Rev. Stat. § 367.170 gives tenants a basis to challenge rental-related conduct that is false, misleading, deceptive, or unconscionable under Kentucky's Consumer Protection Act. Tenants who believe a landlord has engaged in such practices may have the option of filing a complaint with the Kentucky Attorney General's Office of Consumer Protection or raising a violation of this statute as a defense or claim in a civil proceeding. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service can help clarify whether specific conduct may fall under this provision.
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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