Florida Commission on Human Relations, Frequently Asked Questions

Citation: Florida Commission on Human Relations, Frequently Asked Questions
Jurisdiction: Florida (state)
Source: Official source
Original Source: https://fchr.myflorida.com/faq-frequently-asked-questions ↗

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An effective position statement focuses on the facts. The document should be clear, concise, complete, and responsive to explain the respondent’s version of the facts while citing specific evidence, including documents, to support the respondent’s position. Once provided, the FCHR will be in a better position to conduct the investigation and request additional information, if necessary.

+ What happens when an investigation is completed?

The investigative findings are submitted to the FCHR General Counsel’s office, which then submits a recommendation and determination to the FCHR Executive Director for approval. The FCHR will then notify the parties of the determination and include instructions on any further steps that can be taken and any remedies available under state discrimination laws.

+ How long does it take for the investigation of a complaint to be timely completed?

The statutory mandate provides that the Commission will make a determination within the following time-frames:
• Employment, public accommodations, and state employee whistle-blower retaliation complaints: 180 days
• Housing complaints: 100 days

+ What happens if a determination is not issued within the statutory time-frames?