Cal. Civ. Code § 22-9.5-2-2
"Aggrieved person" defined
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Sec. 2. "Aggrieved person" includes any person who: (1) claims to have been injured by a discriminatory housing practice; or (2) believes that the person will be injured by a discriminatory housing practice that is about to occur.
Indiana Code § 22-9.5-2-2 defines who qualifies as an "aggrieved person" under the state's fair housing law. The definition is intentionally broad, covering both individuals who say they have already been harmed by a discriminatory housing practice and those who reasonably believe such a practice is imminent. This definition determines who has standing to bring a complaint or pursue a legal remedy under the fair housing framework.
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Under Ind. Code § 22-9.5-2-2, the class of people who may bring a fair housing complaint is broad — it includes not only those who allege past harm but also those who anticipate harm from a practice that has not yet occurred. Property owners and managers generally ensure their policies, communications, and actions do not give rise to a reasonable belief of imminent discrimination, since such a belief alone can be enough to confer standing. Operators familiar with this definition tend to review their practices proactively to avoid triggering complaints from prospective as well as current applicants or tenants.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ind. Code § 22-9.5-2-2 means that a person does not have to wait until a discriminatory housing practice is fully carried out before they may qualify as an aggrieved person — a reasonable belief that discrimination is about to happen can be sufficient. Tenants or applicants who believe they have been subjected to, or are about to be subjected to, a discriminatory housing practice may have standing to file a complaint with a fair housing agency or pursue other available remedies. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid offices can help individuals understand whether their circumstances fall within this definition and what enforcement paths may be available.
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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