§ 16-707
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§16–707.
(a)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)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.