Fair Housing
In Michigan, the maximum civil penalty for a first-time fair housing violation under the federal Fair Housing Act is approximately:
A$1,000
B$10,000
C$21,410 (adjusted periodically for inflation)✓ Correct
D$100,000
Explanation
The federal Fair Housing Act allows civil penalties for violations: approximately $21,410 for a first violation (amount adjusted periodically by the Department of Justice for inflation), higher for repeat violations. Private lawsuits may yield additional compensatory and punitive damages.
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