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 can be completed through our EEOC Public Portal after you submit an online inquiry and we interview you.Workers who have been discriminated against in their employment in Washington, DC, may file a claim with the EEOC at its Washington Field Office. RCW Chapter 49.60 is a State law that protects all people in Washington from unfair and discriminatory practices in employment. In order to pursue a Title VII claim in court, you must have filed a charge with EEOC and received a Notice of Right-to-Sue. EEOC and Filing a Lawsuit. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act (Title VII) charges must be filed with EEOC within 180 days of the alleged discriminatory act. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission accepts and investigates complaints under Title VII, and more information may be found here. Punitive damages (damages that punish the employer) may not be awarded under state law. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act (Title VII) charges must be filed with EEOC within 180 days of the alleged discriminatory act.