Fair Housing
A Florida court finds a real estate broker guilty of a willful Fair Housing violation. The maximum civil penalty for a first offense is approximately:
A$1,000
B$21,663 (or current maximum adjusted for inflation)✓ Correct
C$5,000
D$100,000
Explanation
Under the Fair Housing Act, civil money penalties for a first willful violation can reach approximately $21,663 (adjusted for inflation periodically). Additionally, actual damages, punitive damages, and attorney's fees can be awarded in private lawsuits.
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