Boston Code § 10-3

10-3.5   Rules and Regulations of the Commission.
(A)   The Commission may adopt rules and regulations consistent with this Section and the laws of the commonwealth to carry out the policy and provisions of this Section and the powers and duties of the Commission in connection therewith.
(B)   The Commission shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of its investigations and hearings. Said rules shall ensure the due process rights of all persons involved in the investigations and hearings.
(C)   Any person or persons appearing before the Commission who avails himself or herself of constitutional guarantees shall not be punished in any way by his or her availing himself or herself of such constitutional guarantees.
(D)   No complaint shall be considered unless it is filed with the Commission within 180 days after the occurrence of the alleged discriminatory practice.
(Ord. 1982 c. 10; CBC 1985 10-3.5)