Fair Housing
Vermont's fair housing law remedies for violations may include:
AOnly a written apology
BActual damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief, and attorney's fees✓ Correct
COnly monetary fines paid to the state
DCriminal imprisonment only
Explanation
Vermont and federal fair housing law provide robust remedies for violations including actual damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief (requiring or prohibiting specific conduct), and attorney's fees.
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Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
Closing CostsFees and expenses paid by the buyer and/or seller at the closing of a real estate transaction, in addition to the property's purchase price.
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