Section 16-707 - Civil penalties.
§ 16-707. Civil penalties.
(a) In general.- The Commission may impose on a person who violates this title a civil penalty not exceeding $5,000 for each violation, whether or not the person is licensed or holds a certificate under this title.
(b) Factors.- In setting the amount of a civil penalty, the Commission shall consider:
(1) the seriousness of the violation;
(2) the good faith of the violator;
(3) any previous violations;
(4) the harmful effect of the violation on the complainant, the public, and the business of home inspections or real estate appraisals;
(5) the assets of the violator; and
(6) any other relevant factors.
[2001, ch. 470; 2002, ch. 19, § 1.]