Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 186 - COMMISSION ON EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Chapter 186-1 - ADMINISTRATION
Rule 186-1-.04 - Complaints of Unlawful Discrimination

Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 186-1-.04

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 20, 2024

(1) Who May File: Any individual claiming to be aggrieved by an unlawful practice or another person on behalf of an individual claiming to be aggrieved by an unlawful practice may file a complaint with the Administrator.

(2) Time of Filing: The Complaint shall be filed within one hundred and eighty days after the occurrence of the alleged unlawful practice.

(3) Complaint Form: An Official complaint shall be in writing and signed by the complainant or designee.

(4) Contents of a Complaint: A complaint shall be detailed to identify time, place and facts with respect to the alleged discriminatory practice or act. It should contain the following:

(a) the full name, address and telephone number of the charging party;

(b) the full name, address and telephone number of the Respondent;

(c) a statement of specific harm or injury that the charging party has suffered as a consequence of the alleged unlawful practice identified in the act;

(d) a statement of response from the Respondent;

(e) a statement indicating the basis or bases for which race, color, sex, religion, national origin, handicap, age or retaliation constitutes the unlawful practice;

(f) statements describing any other actions or practices supporting the charging party's allegation of unlawful discrimination.

O.C.G.A. Sec. 45-19-36.

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