Property Management
A Washington landlord who retaliates against a tenant for filing a complaint with a government agency may:
ARaise the rent to cover legal costs
BFace statutory damages under RCW 59.18 for retaliatory actions✓ Correct
CEvict the tenant within 10 days
DWithhold the security deposit as compensation
Explanation
RCW 59.18 prohibits retaliatory acts by landlords against tenants who report code violations or assert legal rights. Tenants who prove retaliation may recover actual damages and attorney fees.
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