How do I report a civil rights violation?

How do I report a civil rights violation?

If you believe your civil rights, or someone else’s, have been violated, submit a report using our online form. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, please call 911 or local police. If you are reporting misconduct by law enforcement or believe you have experienced a hate crime, please contact the FBI.

How do I file a complaint against the DC government?

Suggestions and Complaints

1. Completing and submitting the online Suggestions and Complaint Form;
2. Emailing a description of the suggestion or complaint to [email protected];
3. Faxing a description of the suggestion or complaint to (202) 671-4409;
4. Calling the Complaint Hotline at (202) 673-4464; or.

How does the Office for civil rights handle complaints?

OCR may use a variety of fact-finding techniques in its investigation of a complaint. These techniques may include reviewing documentary evidence submitted by both parties, conducting interviews with the complainant, recipient’s personnel, and other witnesses, and/or site visits.

What constitutes a violation of civil rights?

A civil rights violation is any offense that occurs as a result or threat of force against a victim by the offender on the basis of being a member of a protected category. For example, a victim who is assaulted due to their race or sexual orientation. Violations can include injuries or even death. Race. Color.

Can you sue DC government?

Washington, DC attorneys to sue DC government If your claim is denied or you decline any settlement offer made by the city, your attorney will then be able to file a formal personal injury lawsuit with the DC Superior Court.

How do I report a police abuse?

If you have experienced police misconduct:

1. Contact the law enforcement agency involved.
2. Submit your complaint in writing to the chief of police or the head of the law enforcement agency involved.
3. Send a copy of your complaint to the Internal Affairs Division of the law enforcement agency.

Are civil rights complaints confidential?

In Office for Civil Rights (OCR) investigations, the name of the complainant usually is kept confidential unless its disclosure is necessary to the case. If OCR determines that release of your identity is required for the processing of the case, you will be asked to sign a release.

Are human rights complaints confidential?

FAQs: Confidentiality Information about complaints and about parties to complaints is confidential. The Commission, pursuant to Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIPP) legislation, is unable to confirm if a complaint has been made or not.