New Brighton, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. III § 18-312
Falsely reporting violations
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No person shall report a violation of this article knowing or having reason to know that the report is false with the intent to affect the licensing status or inspection schedule of the rental dwelling.
Section 18-312 of the New Brighton Code of Ordinances prohibits anyone from filing a complaint or report about a rental housing violation when they know—or have reason to know—that the report is untrue and are doing so to manipulate a rental property's license status or inspection schedule. The rule targets bad-faith reporting rather than honest mistakes, focusing on intent to harm or interfere with the licensing process. It applies to any person, meaning it is not limited to tenants or landlords alone.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under New Brighton Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. III § 18-312, property owners and managers should be aware that false reports filed against their rental dwellings with the intent to affect licensing or inspection outcomes are prohibited by law. Compliant operators generally document their properties' conditions and maintain records that can help demonstrate the accuracy or inaccuracy of any complaint received. Familiarity with this provision can be useful when responding to complaints that appear to have been submitted in bad faith.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 18-312 of the New Brighton Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. III makes clear that the right to report housing violations comes with a responsibility to report truthfully. Tenants who file good-faith complaints about genuine conditions in their rental dwelling are protected in doing so, as the provision targets only knowingly false reports made with intent to interfere with licensing or inspections. Those who believe they have been affected by a false report, or who have questions about their rights under this article, may wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office for general guidance.
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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