Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46a § 46a-82
(Formerly Sec. 31-127). Complaint: Filing.
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(a) Any person claiming to be aggrieved by an alleged discriminatory practice, except for an alleged violation of section 4a-60g or 46a-68 or the provisions of sections 46a-68c to 46a-68f, inclusive, may, by himself or herself or by such person's attorney, file with the commission a complaint in writing under oath, except that a complaint that alleges a violation of section 46a-64c need not be notarized. The complaint shall state the name and address of the person alleged to have committed the discriminatory practice, provide a short and plain statement of the allegations upon which the claim is based and contain such other information as may be required by the commission. The commission whenever it has reason to believe that a person who is named as party to a discriminatory practice complaint has engaged or is engaged in conduct that constitutes a violation of part VI, of chapter 952, may refer such matter to the Office of the Chief State's Attorney and said office shall conduct a further investigation as deemed necessary. After the filing of a complaint, the commission shall provide the complainant with a notice that: (1) Acknowledges receipt of the complaint; and (2) advises of the time frames and choice of forums available under this chapter. (b) The commission, whenever it has reason to believe that any person has been engaged or is engaged in a discriminatory practice, may issue a complaint, except for a violation of subsection (a) of section 46a-80. (c) The commission, whenever it has reason to believe that any contractor or subcontractor is not complying with antidiscrimination statutes or contract provisions required under section 4a-60 or 4a-60g or the provisions of sections 46a-68c to 46a-68f, inclusive, may issue a complaint. (d) The commission may issue a complaint if: (1) An affirmative action plan filed pursuant to section 46a-68 is in violation of any of the provisions of section 4-61u or 4-61w, sections 46a-54 to 46a-64, inclusive, section 46a-64c or sections 46a-70 to 46a-78, inclusive; or (2) an agency, department, board or commission fails to submit an affirmative action plan required under section 46a-68. (e) Any employer whose employees, or any of them, refuse or threaten to refuse to comply with the provisions of section 46a-60 or 46a-81c may file with the commission a written complaint under oath asking for assistance by conciliation or other remedial action. (f) (1) Any complaint filed pursuant to this section for an alleged act of discrimination that occurred prior to October 1, 2021, shall be filed within one hundred and eighty days after the date of the alleged act of discrimination, except that any complaint by a person (A) claiming to be aggrieved by a violation of subsection (a) of section 46a-80 that occurred before October 1, 2019, shall be filed within thirty days of the date of the alleged act of discrimination, and (B) claiming to be aggrieved by a violation of section 46a-60, sections 46a-70 to 46a-78, inclusive, or section 46a-80 or 46a-81c, that occurred on or after October 1, 2019, and prior to October 1, 2021, shall be filed not later than three hundred days after the date of the alleged act of discrimination. (2) Any complaint filed pursuant to this section for an alleged act of discrimination that occurred on or after October 1, 2021, shall be filed within three hundred days after the date of the alleged act of discrimination.
Under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46a-82, individuals who believe they have experienced a discriminatory practice may file a written complaint with the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO), either personally or through an attorney. The complaint must identify the respondent, include a plain statement of the alleged discrimination, and—for most claims—be made under oath. Complaints covering acts of discrimination that occurred on or after October 1, 2021, must generally be filed within 300 days of the alleged act, while earlier acts are subject to shorter windows depending on the type of claim.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46a-82 establishes the mechanism by which tenants, applicants, or other aggrieved parties can bring a formal discrimination complaint against a housing provider before the CHRO. Operators who receive notice of a filed complaint should be aware that the commission will acknowledge receipt and inform the complainant of available forums and timelines. Compliant housing providers typically maintain clear records of their rental practices, communications, and decisions so that they are prepared to respond if a complaint is issued against them.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46a-82 gives individuals who believe they have faced housing discrimination the right to file a written complaint with the CHRO, either on their own or with the help of an attorney. For alleged acts of discrimination occurring on or after October 1, 2021, the complaint generally must be filed within 300 days of the incident, so tracking dates carefully is important. Tenants can contact the CHRO directly, reach out to a local tenant-rights organization, or consult an attorney to understand which forum and timeline apply to their particular type of claim.
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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