Fair Housing
The Maine Human Rights Commission enforces fair housing laws. If a complaint is found to have merit, possible remedies include:
ACriminal prosecution of the respondent only
BActual damages, civil penalties, injunctive relief, and attorney fees✓ Correct
CMandatory sensitivity training only
DLicense revocation by the MREC only
Explanation
When a fair housing complaint is substantiated, the Maine Human Rights Commission can award actual damages (including emotional distress), civil penalties, injunctive relief (requiring the respondent to take or cease certain actions), and attorney fees.
Related Maine Fair Housing Questions
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- The Maine Human Rights Act covers employment, credit, education, and housing discrimination. With respect to housing, the Act's provisions apply to:
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- A Maine landlord who provides different lease terms or conditions to tenants based on their national origin is committing:
- A Maine property owner converts their 4-unit building to condominiums and wants to sell only to buyers over 55. To qualify as 55+ housing under HUD rules, the building must:
- Maine's Human Rights Act covers sexual orientation and gender identity in housing discrimination. This means:
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