Fair Housing
A Texas property owner who engages in discriminatory housing practices may face penalties under the Fair Housing Act including:
AOnly a warning letter for first violations
BCivil penalties up to $16,000 for a first violation, injunctive relief, damages, and attorney's fees✓ Correct
COnly payment of the complainant's moving expenses
DA maximum fine of $500
Explanation
Civil penalties under the Fair Housing Act can reach up to $16,000 for a first violation, $37,500 for a second violation within 5 years, and up to $65,000 for subsequent violations. Violators may also be required to pay actual damages, punitive damages, attorney's fees, and be subject to injunctions. Criminal penalties apply in extreme cases.
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