Index
Fair Housing Act
Summary
Prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of dwellings based on race, color, religion, sex, familial status, or national origin.
Rights & Rules
- 01.Right to rent a home without being turned away based on personal identity.
- 02.Right to request reasonable modifications to a unit for accessibility.
- 03.Right to be free from harassment or intimidation by property owners.
Penalties
- 01.Actual and punitive damages awarded to the victim.
- 02.Civil penalties ranging from $16,000 to $65,000 per violation.
- 03.Injunctions forcing the landlord to change rental practices.
Verified Citations
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