Fair Housing
What is 'housing discrimination' complaint filing deadline and how does it work in Hawaii?
AA. Complaints must be filed within 30 days of the discriminatory act
BB. Federal fair housing complaints must be filed with HUD within 1 year of the discriminatory act; Hawaii HCRC may have different timelines; private lawsuits in federal court must be filed within 2 years✓ Correct
CC. There is no deadline for filing fair housing complaints in Hawaii
DD. Complaints must be filed within 60 days with the Real Estate Commission
Explanation
Under the Fair Housing Act, administrative complaints must be filed with HUD within 1 year of the discriminatory act. Private civil rights lawsuits must be filed in federal court within 2 years. Hawaii's HCRC has its own filing timeline under state law. Timely filing is crucial—delayed filing can result in dismissal of the complaint.
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