Fair Housing
What is the 'right to a jury trial' in Hawaii fair housing cases and how does it apply?
AA. All fair housing cases are decided by judges; no jury trials are permitted
BB. In formal hearing cases (not administrative proceedings) before U.S. District Court, parties may have the right to a jury trial on appropriate claims including compensatory and punitive damages✓ Correct
CC. Jury trials are only available for commercial real estate fair housing cases
DD. Jury trials are prohibited in Hawaii fair housing cases to protect privacy
Explanation
When a fair housing complaint proceeds to federal district court (either through HUD election or private lawsuit), the parties generally have the right to a jury trial on certain claims. Juries may award compensatory damages (actual losses), punitive damages (for malicious conduct), and attorney's fees.
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