Filing a complaint with OCR is voluntary. However, without the information requested above, OCR may be unable to proceed with your complaint.For example, it is illegal to make a hiring decision based on someone's race, religion, sex, national origin, or age. A charge of discrimination can be completed through our online system after you submit an online inquiry and we interview you. A charge of discrimination must be filed at the EEOC within 180 days after the adverse employment action. A Charge of Discrimination can be completed through our EEOC Public Portal after you submit an online inquiry and we interview you. In order to file a claim, you will need to contact your closest local Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) office below. ▫ Which protected classes are covered. ▫ Which employers are affected (for example, size, type or any exceptions). Where did the alleged act of discrimination occur?