IDAPA 45.01.01 § 010
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01. Act. The Idaho Human Rights Act, Title 67, Chapter 59, Idaho Code. (3-31-22) 02. Commission. The Idaho Human Rights Commission. (3-31-22) 03. Complainant. Any individual who files a complaint with the Commission pursuant to the Act. (3-31-22) 04. Complaint. A written statement signed under oath and filed with the Commission alleging an unlawful practice under the Act. (3-31-22) 05. EEOC. The United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or any of its designated representatives. (3-31-22) 06. Party or Parties. The Complainant, the Respondent, the Commission, and any other individual or entity authorized by the Commission to intervene in any proceeding. (3-31-22) 07. Respondent. The party against whom a complaint is filed in accordance with the Act and these rules. (3-31-22)
IDAPA 45.01.01 § 010 establishes the foundational vocabulary used throughout Idaho's human rights complaint process. Terms such as "Complainant," "Respondent," "Complaint," and "Commission" are given precise meanings that govern how the Idaho Human Rights Act is interpreted and applied in any proceeding. These definitions ensure that all parties, agencies, and documents referenced in the rules are understood consistently across cases.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under IDAPA 45.01.01 § 010, a property owner or manager who becomes the subject of a fair housing complaint filed with the Idaho Human Rights Commission is formally designated as the "Respondent" in that proceeding. Operators familiar with these defined terms are better positioned to understand official correspondence, procedural notices, and their role within the Commission's process. Knowing that a "Complaint" must be a sworn written statement helps landlords recognize the formal nature of any filing made against them.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
IDAPA 45.01.01 § 010 defines the key terms that shape how a fair housing or discrimination complaint moves through the Idaho Human Rights Commission. A person who believes they have experienced an unlawful practice may become a "Complainant" by filing a sworn written statement with the Commission under the Idaho Human Rights Act. Tenant-rights organizations and the Commission itself can help individuals understand how these defined roles and terms apply to the complaint process.
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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