Ky. Rev. Stat. ch. 344 § 344.990
Conspiracy or violation of confidential records, penalty
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344.990 Conspiracy or violation of confidential records, penalty. A person who willfully engages in the practices declared unlawful by subsection (6) of KRS 344.250 and 344.280 is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be fined not more than one hundred dollars ($100), or imprisoned for not more than thirty (30) days, or both. History: Created 1966 Ky. Acts ch. 2, Art. 6, sec. 602.
Kentucky Revised Statute § 344.990 establishes criminal penalties for individuals who willfully engage in conduct declared unlawful under KRS 344.250(6) and KRS 344.280, which relate to conspiracy and the improper disclosure of confidential records in the context of civil rights and fair housing matters. A person found guilty under this provision is classified as having committed a misdemeanor. The punishment may include a fine of up to $100, imprisonment of up to 30 days, or both.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Kentucky should be aware that § 344.990 attaches criminal misdemeanor liability to willful violations of the conspiracy and confidential-records provisions found in KRS 344.250(6) and KRS 344.280. Compliant operators generally avoid any coordinated schemes to circumvent fair housing protections and take care not to improperly disclose or misuse confidential records related to civil rights proceedings. Maintaining clear internal policies around recordkeeping and staff conduct helps demonstrate that operations align with the standards these statutes require.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Ky. Rev. Stat. § 344.990, tenants should know that individuals who willfully conspire against fair housing rights or improperly handle confidential records in violation of KRS 344.250(6) and KRS 344.280 face criminal misdemeanor charges, not merely civil consequences. If a tenant believes such conduct has occurred, general enforcement paths include filing a complaint with a relevant state civil rights agency or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Kentucky fair housing law. Understanding that this provision carries criminal penalties may be relevant context when evaluating the seriousness of potential violations.
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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