Responsible for investigating charges of employment discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information. Filing a complaint with OCR is voluntary.However, without the information requested above, OCR may be unable to proceed with your complaint. Customers or clients may file a complaint using the NC DSS Civil Rights Complaint Form. If you believe your civil rights, or someone else's, have been violated, submit a report using our online form. This packet of instructions is designed to help you prepare a civil rights complaint under 42 U.S.C. Sections 1983 and 1985. Civil rights lawsuits are generally litigated in federal court. North Carolina has three federal district courts: the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts. Civil cases can result in an award of money or in a court order to enforce or protect the rights of a party. What must be included in the complaint?