Fair Housing
Under the FHA, the maximum civil penalty for a first-time fair housing violation by a respondent (other than the U.S. government) is approximately:
AA. $1,000
BB. $21,410 (adjusted periodically for inflation)✓ Correct
CC. $5,000
DD. $100,000
Explanation
Civil penalties for FHA violations are assessed by HUD's administrative law judges. As of recent years, the maximum civil penalty for a first-time violation is approximately $21,410 (adjusted for inflation).
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