Best Practices & Pitfalls to Avoid for Levying Fines

Legal challenges to fines levied against unit owners are on the rise, and recent cases show the importance of following proper procedures when levying fines. This presentation will cover (i) a summary of the legal requirements and proper process for holding violation hearings and levying fines; (ii) takeaways from recent cases challenging fines levied by condominium boards for violative conduct by owners; and (iii) recommended best practices and pitfalls to avoid in order to ensure that fines are properly levied and minimize the risk that fines will be challenged and overturned in court.