Wisconsin § 230.18 - Discrimination prohibited.
Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 230.18 — Discrimination prohibited., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 230.18. Discrimination prohibited.
No question in any form of application or in any evaluation used in the hiring process may be so framed as to elicit information concerning the partisan political or religious opinions or affiliations of any applicant nor may any inquiry be made concerning such opinions or affiliations and all disclosures thereof shall be discountenanced except that the director may evaluate the competence and impartiality of applicants for positions such as clinical chaplain in a state institutional program. No discriminations may be exercised in the recruitment, application, or hiring process against or in favor of any person because of the person’s political or religious opinions or affiliations or because of age, sex, disability, race, color, sexual orientation, national origin, or ancestry except as otherwise provided. 230.18 History History: 1971 c. 270 ; 1977 c. 196 s. 43 ; Stats. 1977 s. 230.18; 1981 c. 112 , 391 ; 1999 a. 87 ; 2015 a. 55 , 150 .
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 230.18
What does Wisconsin Statutes § 230.18 cover?
Section 230.18 ("Discrimination prohibited.") is part of the Wisconsin Statutes, the codified statutory law of Wisconsin. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Wisconsin § 230.18?
A common citation format is "Wisconsin Statutes § 230.18" (Wisconsin). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Wisconsin law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Wisconsin official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Wisconsin attorney.
How does Wisconsin § 230.18 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Wisconsin can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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