ESA Legal Rights and Protections

Question 1

Which federal law allows individuals to live with their Emotional Support Animal (ESA) in housing that has a "no-pet" policy?

Accepted Answer

Fair Housing Act (FHA)

Answer

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Answer

Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA)

Answer

Rehabilitation Act

Question 2

Can a landlord legally charge pet fees or deposits for a tenant's Emotional Support Animal?

Accepted Answer

No, they cannot charge fees for ESAs

Answer

Yes, they can charge the same fee as for pets

Answer

Only if the ESA is larger than a typical pet

Answer

It depends on the state

Question 3

Under the Fair Housing Act, what documentation may a landlord require to allow an ESA?

Accepted Answer

A letter from a licensed mental health professional

Answer

A registration certificate from an online ESA website

Answer

Proof of specific ESA training

Answer

Vaccination records only

Question 4

Which of the following is true about ESAs in public spaces, such as restaurants or stores?

Accepted Answer

ESAs are not granted public access under the ADA

Answer

ESAs have the same access rights as service animals under the ADA

Answer

ESAs are allowed in all public places where pets are restricted

Answer

ESAs can only be refused entry if they are causing a disturbance

Question 5

Which law protects the rights of passengers traveling with Emotional Support Animals on airplanes (as of 2020)?

Accepted Answer

Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA)

Answer

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Answer

Fair Housing Act (FHA)

Answer

Animal Welfare Act