Section 4-21-805 - Enforcement(a)(1) The state of Tennessee or a person who is discriminated against in violation of this part may enforce this part by means of a civil action.(2) A person found to violate any of this part is liable for the actual damages caused by such violation and such other amount as may be determined by a jury or a court sitting without a jury, but in no case less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250), plus, in addition thereto, reasonable attorney's fees and court costs as may be determined by the court.(b)(1) A person who commits an act or engages in any pattern and practice of discrimination in violation of this part may be enjoined therefrom by a court of competent jurisdiction.(2) An action for injunction under this subsection (b) may be brought by a person who is discriminated against in violation of this part by the state, or by a person or entity that will fairly and adequately represent the interests of the protected class.(c) Nothing in this part shall preclude any person from seeking any other remedies, penalties or procedures provided by law. No criminal penalties shall attach for a violation of this part.Acts 1990, ch. 1053, § 5.