Cal. Civ. Code § 910-2-6-8
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Sec. 8. In addition to the actions described in section 7(a) of this rule, the ICRC may pursue one (1) or more of the following courses of action: (1) Refer the matter to the appropriate prosecuting attorney for appropriate action, for example, enforcement of criminal penalties under IC 22-9.5-10. (2) Refer the matter to the appropriate licensing or regulatory agency under IC 22-9.5-6-17. (3) Inform any other federal, state, or substantially equivalent local agency with an interest in the enforcement of the respondent's obligations with respect to nondiscrimination in housing.
Section 910-2-6-8 of 910 IAC 2 describes additional enforcement tools available to the Indiana Civil Rights Commission (ICRC) beyond its standard remedial actions. When the ICRC finds cause in a housing discrimination matter, it may refer the case to a prosecuting attorney for potential criminal penalties, forward the matter to a relevant licensing or regulatory body, or notify other federal, state, or local agencies that have an interest in enforcing nondiscrimination obligations. These referral powers allow the ICRC to coordinate enforcement across multiple governmental channels simultaneously.
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Property owners and managers subject to an ICRC housing discrimination proceeding under 910 IAC 2 § 910-2-6-8 should be aware that the Commission's enforcement reach extends well beyond its own administrative remedies. A compliant operator generally maintains clear, documented nondiscrimination policies and practices, recognizing that a single complaint can trigger referrals to prosecutors, licensing boards, or federal agencies such as HUD. Understanding the full scope of potential referral actions helps operators appreciate why consistent fair-housing compliance across all operations is a standard business practice.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under 910 IAC 2 § 910-2-6-8, tenants who believe they have experienced housing discrimination may benefit from knowing that the ICRC has broad authority to escalate a matter beyond its own proceedings. If the ICRC finds the complaint has merit, it can refer the case to a prosecuting attorney for possible criminal enforcement, alert a licensing or regulatory agency that oversees the respondent, or notify other governmental bodies with a stake in nondiscrimination enforcement. Tenants exploring their options may consider filing a complaint with the ICRC, contacting a local tenant-rights organization, or reaching out to a fair-housing advocacy group to learn more about how these referral pathways might apply to their situation.
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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