LA Civil Rights has the authority to enforce the City's Civil and Human Rights Law, which prohibits discrimination in the private sector areas. If you believe you have been discriminated against, you may complete and submit the Complaint of Discriminatory Treatment form.When someone files a discrimination complaint, CRD evaluates the facts and decides whether to accept the case for investigation. Kemp required defendants in criminal cases to show intentional discrimination when challenging their case due to racial bias. In general, a complaint of employment discrimination must be filed within three years from the date an alleged discriminatory act occurred. If you notice discriminatory behavior in court proceedings or other court conduct that "doesn't sit right" or that you have a gut feeling about, it is important. What about discrimination? Learn more here about your right to be protected against discrimination and abuse in prison and what to do if your rights are violated.