Fair Housing
Under Virginia's Fair Housing Law, the Virginia Fair Housing Office enforces complaints. The maximum civil penalty for a first violation is:
A$5,000
B$10,000
C$16,000✓ Correct
D$100,000
Explanation
Under Virginia's Fair Housing Law, civil penalties for violations can reach up to $16,000 for a first offense, with higher penalties for subsequent violations within a specified time period.
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