Wyo. Stat. Ann. §§ 40-26-101 to 40-26-145 § 40-26-140
Relief granted.
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40-26-140. Relief granted. If the court finds that a discriminatory housing practice has occurred or is about to occur, the court may award to the plaintiff actual and punitive damages, reasonable attorney's fees, court costs, and subject to W.S. 40-26-142, a 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.
Under Wyoming's Fair Housing Act, specifically Wyo. Stat. § 40-26-140, a court that finds a discriminatory housing practice has occurred or is about to occur is empowered to grant a range of remedies to the person harmed. These remedies can include actual damages to compensate for real losses, punitive damages to penalize the wrongdoer, and reimbursement of attorney's fees and court costs. The court may also issue injunctive relief—such as a temporary restraining order or a permanent injunction—to stop the discriminatory conduct or require corrective action, subject to the conditions set out in § 40-26-142.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Wyoming should understand that § 40-26-140 exposes defendants found liable for discriminatory housing practices to a broad spectrum of court-ordered consequences. Compliant operators generally maintain documented, consistent, and non-discriminatory policies for tenant screening, lease terms, and property access to reduce exposure to claims that could result in actual damages, punitive damages, attorney's fees, and injunctive orders. Reviewing internal practices against the full framework of Wyo. Stat. §§ 40-26-101 through 40-26-145 is a step commonly taken by operators seeking to ensure their procedures align with Wyoming fair housing requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Wyoming's § 40-26-140 provides that individuals who have experienced or are about to experience a discriminatory housing practice may seek meaningful relief through the courts, including compensation for actual losses, punitive damages, and recovery of attorney's fees and court costs. Courts can also issue orders requiring the offending party to stop the discriminatory conduct or take affirmative corrective steps. Tenants who believe they have encountered discriminatory housing practices may explore filing a civil action under Wyo. Stat. §§ 40-26-101 through 40-26-145, consulting a tenant-rights organization, or contacting a fair housing agency to understand the options available to them.
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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