Fair Housing
Wisconsin's Open Housing Act is enforced by the Equal Rights Division, which can award remedies including:
ACriminal imprisonment only
BActual damages, compensatory damages, attorney's fees, and civil forfeitures✓ Correct
COnly a letter of apology
DProperty confiscation from the discriminating party
Explanation
The Wisconsin Equal Rights Division can award actual damages, compensatory damages, attorney's fees, and civil forfeitures in fair housing cases.
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Key Terms to Know
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.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
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