Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, a real estate licensee's potential liability for a fair housing violation includes:
AOnly a fine from the state real estate commission
BCivil damages, injunctive relief, attorney's fees, and HUD civil penalties✓ Correct
CCriminal prosecution in all cases
DOnly a requirement to take additional fair housing training
Explanation
Fair housing violations can result in significant liability: actual damages (emotional distress, moving costs), punitive damages, injunctive relief, attorney's fees, and HUD civil penalties. Repeat violators face higher penalties.
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