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Can I charge different prices to different customers without violating discrimination laws in North Dakota? What are the requirements?
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Charging Different Prices to Different Customers in North Dakota
In North Dakota, there is no specific law that prohibits charging different prices to different customers based on their protected class status. However, it is important to ensure that such pricing practices are not discriminatory based on protected class status [1.4].
Requirements for Charging Different Prices
If a business chooses to charge different prices to different customers, it is important to ensure that the pricing practices are not discriminatory based on protected class status. Here are some requirements to consider:
- Pricing practices should be based on legitimate business reasons, such as cost differences, market demand, or competition [7.1].
- Pricing practices should not be based on protected class status, such as race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, familial status, national origin, or status with respect to marriage or public assistance [1.4][1.6].
- Pricing practices should be applied consistently to all customers, regardless of their protected class status [7.1].
It is important to note that these requirements are not exhaustive and businesses should consult with legal counsel to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Relevant Laws
- Discrimination in the sale or rental of housing is prohibited based on protected class status [1.4].
- Discrimination in making a real estate-related transaction available or in the terms or conditions of a real estate-related transaction is prohibited based on protected class status [1.6].
- Unfair discrimination in the purchase and sale of commodities is prohibited [3.1].
- Discrimination in the provision of goods and services is prohibited based on protected class status [1.2].
If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to ask.
Source(s):
- [3.1] Unfair discrimination in purchase and sale of commodities.
- [1.2] Licensed or regulated business.
- [1.4] Sale or rental.
- [1.6] Residential real estate-related transaction.
- [7.1] Unfair advertising, offer to sell, or sale.
Jurisdiction
North Dakota