Cal. Civ. Code § 22-9.5-6-1
Investigation of alleged discriminatory practices; complaints; requirements; time limitations; procedures
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Sec. 1. (a) The commission shall investigate alleged discriminatory housing practices. (b) A complaint concerning an alleged discriminatory housing practice must be: (1) in writing; (2) under oath; and (3) in the form prescribed by the commission. (c) An aggrieved person may, not later than one (1) year after an alleged discriminatory housing practice has occurred or terminated, whichever is later, file a complaint with the commission alleging the discriminatory housing practice. (d) Not later than one (1) year after an alleged discriminatory housing practice has occurred or terminated, whichever is later, the commission may file the commission's own complaint. (e) A complaint under this section may be amended at any time. (f) When a complaint is filed under this section, the commission shall do the following: (1) Give the aggrieved person notice that the complaint has been received. (2) Advise the aggrieved person of the time limits and choice of forums under this article. (3) Not later than twenty (20) days after the filing of the complaint or the identification of an additional respondent under section 4 of this chapter, serve on each respondent: (A) a notice identifying the alleged discriminatory housing practice and advising the respondent of the procedural rights and obligations of a respondent under this article; and (B) a copy of the original complaint.
Indiana Code § 22-9.5-6-1 establishes the process by which alleged discriminatory housing practices are investigated in Indiana. Complaints must be submitted in writing, under oath, and on the commission's prescribed form, and must be filed within one year of when the alleged discriminatory practice occurred or ended. Once a complaint is received, the commission is required to notify the complainant, inform them of applicable time limits and forum options, and serve the respondent with notice and a copy of the complaint within 20 days. The commission itself may also initiate its own complaint within that same one-year window, and any complaint filed under this section may be amended at any time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Ind. Code § 22-9.5-6-1, property owners and managers who become respondents in a housing discrimination complaint can expect to receive formal notice from the commission within 20 days of the complaint being filed or their identification as a respondent. That notice will identify the alleged discriminatory practice and outline the respondent's procedural rights and obligations under Indiana's fair housing article. Operators who maintain clear, consistent, and non-discriminatory housing policies and documentation are generally better positioned to respond to any commission inquiry.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ind. Code § 22-9.5-6-1 gives individuals who believe they have experienced discriminatory housing practices the right to file a formal complaint with the Indiana Civil Rights Commission within one year of when the alleged practice occurred or ended, whichever is later. The complaint must be written, made under oath, and submitted on the commission's prescribed form, though it can be amended at any time after filing. Those who file a complaint are entitled to receive notice of its receipt and information about time limits and available forums — tenant-rights organizations can help individuals understand these procedural options before deciding how to proceed.
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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