Fair Housing
How are fair housing cases initially processed after a complaint is filed with HUD?
AImmediately referred to federal court
BInvestigated by HUD; if reasonable cause is found, the case proceeds to either administrative hearing or federal court✓ Correct
CReferred to MREC for adjudication
DAutomatically settled without investigation
Explanation
After a complaint is filed, HUD investigates. If HUD finds reasonable cause to believe discrimination occurred, the case may proceed to an administrative hearing before an ALJ or, if either party elects, to a federal district court.
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