Ky. Rev. Stat. ch. 344 § 344.655
Powers of Circuit Court
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344.655 Powers of Circuit Court. Upon application by a person alleging a discriminatory housing practice or a person against whom a discriminatory housing practice is alleged, the Circuit Court may: (1) Appoint an attorney for the person; or (2) Authorize the commencement or continuation of a civil action under KRS 344.650, without the payment of fees, costs, or security, if in the opinion of the court the person is financially unable to bear the cost of such action.
Kentucky Revised Statute § 344.655 grants Circuit Courts specific powers when someone files or faces a claim of discriminatory housing practice. A court may appoint an attorney for a party involved in such a case, and it may also allow a civil action under KRS 344.650 to proceed without the usual fees, costs, or security deposits if the court determines the person cannot financially afford them. These provisions are designed to reduce financial barriers to accessing the courts in fair housing disputes.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Ky. Rev. Stat. § 344.655, a Circuit Court has the authority to appoint counsel for a complainant and to waive filing fees and related costs in a discriminatory housing practice case. Property owners and managers should be aware that financial barriers do not necessarily prevent a claimant from pursuing a civil action against them under KRS 344.650. Operators who maintain thorough, consistent, and non-discriminatory housing practices are generally better positioned to respond to any such proceedings.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ky. Rev. Stat. § 344.655 provides that a Circuit Court can appoint an attorney for someone involved in a discriminatory housing practice case and can permit a civil action under KRS 344.650 to move forward without requiring payment of fees, costs, or security. This means that limited financial resources do not automatically prevent someone from pursuing a fair housing claim in court. Those who believe they have experienced a discriminatory housing practice may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid office to learn more about how these court powers might 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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