What forms (bases) of discrimination are prohibited?
• Race • Religion • Creed • Martial Status • Familial Status • Sex • Age • Sexual Orientation • Personal Appearance • Source of Income • Color • National Origin • Physical or Mental Handicap • Political Opinion • Occupation Do I need a lawyer? No, you do not need a lawyer. The Intake Investigator in the Office of Human Rights will assist you in filing your complaint. What information must be included in a complaint? • Name • Address • Phone Number • Age • Summary of alleged discriminatory behavior • Basis or Bases (see forms (bases) of discrimination above) • Name/Address of person or employer or entity engaged in discriminatory behavior Are all complaints investigated? All complaints are investigated unless the parties desire mediation or the Administrator finds lack of jurisdiction or no merit to the complaint. What happens after complaints are filed? Complaints are reviewed and assigned to an Investigator for investigation. The Respondent is notified on the investigation and the inv
