Okla. Stat. tit. 25, §§ 1451–1453, 1501–1508 § 1506.3

Remedies Available to the Court

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effective 5/7/2013OklahomaFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Operative Text

Okla. Stat. tit. 25, §§ 1451–1453, 1501–1508 § 1506.3
In an action pursuant to Section 1101 et seq. of this title, if the court
finds that a discriminatory housing practice has occurred or is about to occur,
the court may award to the plaintiff:
1. Actual and punitive damages;
2. Reasonable attorney fees;
3. Court costs; and
4. Subject to Section 1506.4 of this title, any permanent or temporary
injunction, temporary restraining order, or other order, including an order
enjoining the defendant from engaging in the practice or ordering appropriate
affirmative action.
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Plain English

Oklahoma's fair housing law, 25 O.S. § 1506.3, sets out the remedies a court may grant when it finds that a discriminatory housing practice has occurred or is about to occur. If a court makes that finding, it has the authority to award the affected party actual and punitive damages, reasonable attorney fees, and court costs. The court may also issue injunctive relief—such as a restraining order or an order requiring affirmative corrective action—to stop or prevent the discriminatory conduct, subject to the limits in § 1506.4.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under 25 O.S. § 1506.3, property owners and managers found to have engaged in a discriminatory housing practice face a broad range of court-ordered consequences, including monetary damages that can extend beyond actual losses to punitive amounts, as well as attorney fees and court costs owed to the opposing party. Courts also have authority to issue injunctions that may require specific operational changes or prohibit certain conduct going forward. Operators who maintain documented fair-housing compliance programs, train staff consistently, and apply uniform rental criteria generally demonstrate the kind of good-faith practices that reduce exposure under this provision.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

25 O.S. § 1506.3 outlines the remedies available to individuals who bring a successful fair housing claim in Oklahoma court, including the possibility of recovering actual and punitive damages, attorney fees, and court costs—which can make pursuing a claim more financially accessible. Courts may also order the party responsible for discrimination to stop the practice or take corrective action. Tenants who believe they have experienced discriminatory housing practices may consider contacting a local tenant-rights organization, a fair housing advocacy group, or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to understand the complaint and litigation options available under this provision.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Effective Timeline

Current
May 7, 2013
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References Out

Rules and statutes cited by this regulation

References In

Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

25 O.S. § 1502.5
25 O.S. § 1506.3
25 O.S. § 1501
25 O.S. § 1505.1
25 O.S. § 1502.7
25 O.S. § 1502.1
25 O.S. § 1502.2
25 O.S. § 1506.4
25 O.S. § 1506.3
25 O.S. § 1502.5
25 O.S. § 1502.2

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