Can I charge different prices to different customers without violating discrimination laws in Minnesota? What are the requirements?

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Requirements for Charging Different Prices to Different Customers in Minnesota

In Minnesota, it is generally legal to charge different prices to different customers, as long as the price differences are not based on discriminatory factors such as race, gender, religion, or national origin. However, there are some specific requirements that businesses must follow to avoid violating discrimination laws.

Under the Minnesota Human Rights Act, it is illegal to discriminate against customers based on their protected characteristics, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, and age. This means that businesses cannot charge different prices to customers based on these factors.

However, businesses can offer discounts or special pricing to certain groups of customers, as long as the discounts are available to all customers who meet the same criteria. For example, a business could offer a discount to senior citizens or members of a particular organization, as long as the discount is available to all senior citizens or members of that organization.

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