Cal. Civ. Code § 910-2-7-3
Parties
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Sec. 3. (a) Parties to the proceeding include the following: (1) The director. The director files the charge under 910 IAC 2-6-6(g) seeking appropriate relief for an aggrieved party and vindication of the public interest. (2) Respondent. A respondent is a person named in the charge issued under 910 IAC 2-6-6(g) against whom relief is sought. (3) Intervenors. Any aggrieved person may file a request for intervention under section 4(g) of this rule. Intervention shall be permitted if the request is timely and: (A) the intervenor is the aggrieved person on whose behalf the charge is issued; or (B) the intervenor is an aggrieved person who claims an interest in the property or transaction that is the subject of the charge and the disposition of the charge may as a practical matter impair or impede the aggrieved person's ability to protect that interest, unless the aggrieved person is adequately represented by the existing parties. (b) Each party may do the following: (1) Appear in person. (2) Be represented by counsel. (3) Examine or cross-examine witnesses. (4) Introduce documentary or other relevant evidence into the record. (5) Request the issuance of subpoenas. (c) Briefs of amicus curiae may be permitted at the discretion of the administrative law judge. Such participants are not parties to the proceeding. (d) Parties may be represented in accordance with IC 4-21.5-3-15. (e) Each attorney or other representative of a party shall file a notice of appearance. The notice must indicate the party on whose behalf the appearance is made. Any individual acting in a representative capacity may be required by the administrative law judge to demonstrate authority to act in that capacity. (f) An attorney or other representative of a party must file a written notice of intent before withdrawing from participation in the proceeding.
Section 910 IAC 2 § 910-2-7-3 defines who qualifies as a party in a fair housing administrative proceeding and what rights those parties hold. The director, respondents, and qualifying intervenors each have a recognized role, and all parties share procedural rights such as appearing in person, being represented by counsel, examining witnesses, and introducing evidence. Amicus curiae participants may submit briefs at the administrative law judge's discretion but are not considered parties, and any attorney or representative must formally file notices of appearance and intent to withdraw.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under 910 IAC 2 § 910-2-7-3, a property owner or manager named in a charge becomes a respondent in the administrative proceeding and is entitled to the full set of procedural rights the rule provides. Compliant operators in this posture typically ensure they are represented by counsel, that counsel files a formal notice of appearance, and that any withdrawal from the proceeding is preceded by the required written notice of intent. Being aware of the intervenor provisions is also useful, as aggrieved persons with an interest in the property or transaction may seek to join the proceeding.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 910 IAC 2 § 910-2-7-3 gives aggrieved persons a meaningful path to participate in a fair housing administrative proceeding, either as the named party on whose behalf a charge was filed or as an intervenor who claims an interest in the property or transaction at issue. As a party, an aggrieved person has the right to appear, be represented by counsel, cross-examine witnesses, and introduce evidence into the record. Tenants who believe they qualify as an aggrieved person under this provision may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid office to understand the intervention request process outlined in section 4(g) of this rule.
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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