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Compliance with Federal Civil Rights Laws

We also investigate complaints relating to County services and programs for Title VI of the Civil Rights Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Disability Equity and Accessibility

We work to ensure that people with disabilities have equal access to County facilities, programs and services by:

Assisting departments with compliance under:

  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990
  • Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

Serving as the County’s ADA Title II Coordinator for public access in collaboration with OERSJ ADA Coordinators
Investigating complaints filed under Title II of the ADA

Investigating complaints filed under Title II of the ADA

 For more information about the County’s ADA & Disability Equity Program, visit: ADA & Disability Equity Program - King County, Washington

 

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act

We serve as the County’s Title VI Coordinator, overseeing compliance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin in any program or activity receiving federal funding.

Our Title VI responsibilities include:

  • Coordinating county-wide compliance efforts
  • Ensuring language access and inclusive service delivery
  • Investigating complaints filed under Title VI

How to File a Complaint

If you believe your civil rights have been violated, you have the right to file a complaint. To begin the process, complete the Civil Rights Inquiry Form.

Completing this inquiry form is the starting point to learn if the Civil Rights Program of the King County Office of Equity and Racial and Social Justice (OERSJ) can investigate your discrimination claim. Completing this form does not mean you have filed a complaint. A member of our team will contact you after reviewing your inquiry form.

If you need assistance in completing the form or would like to request an alternative format, contact us at 206-263-2446 (TTY 7-1-1) or civilrights@kingcounty.gov.

Ensuring Equal Access (Accommodations and Language Access)

We are committed to accessibility. Upon request, we provide reasonable accommodation and free language interpretation and translation to ensure everyone can fully access and benefit from our services.

Reporting Discrimination with Other Agencies  

The City of Seattle enforces laws against illegal discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, and contracting within Seattle city limits. Website: File Complaint | OCR - CivilRights | seattle.gov
The Tacoma Human Rights Commission studies, investigates, and mediates community issues that may result from discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or disability. Website: Tacoma Human Rights Commission
The mission of the Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC) is to prevent and eliminate discrimination through the fair application of the law, the efficient use of resources, and the establishment of productive partnerships in the community. Website: Washington State Human Rights Commission  
The Office of Police Accountability (OPA) processes allegations of misconduct involving Seattle Police Department (SPD) employees. Violations can range from unprofessional behavior to biased policing to excessive force. For OPA consideration, a complaint must allege an SPD employee violated an SPD policy (see SPD’s manual) Website: File a Complaint - OPA | seattle.gov
The Office of Law Enforcement Oversight (OLEO) monitors the King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO). OLEO accepts complaints from all people including third-parties, undocumented residents, juveniles, and individuals who wish to remain anonymous. Website:  File a complaint or commendation about the King County Sheriff's Office - King County, Washington
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces federal laws that make it illegal to discriminate against a job applicant or an employee because of the person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.  Website: U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) 
HUD’s Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) investigates allegations of housing discrimination, helps individuals obtain agreements to resolve allegations, and takes actions as needed to enforce the law. Website:  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

The Civil Rights Division enforces federal laws that protect you from discrimination based on your race, color, national origin, disability status, sex, religion, familial status, or loss of other constitutional rights. Website: Step 1: Contact - Contact the Civil Rights Division | Department of Justice

The National External Program Services staff assists, represents, and advises the headquarters managers and employees, and regional civil rights staff on civil rights and equal opportunity matters. They handle external complaints from airport customers on issues of discrimination under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act (race/color/national origin), the Americans with Disabilities Act (disability), Title IX of the Education Amendments (gender), and the Age Discrimination Act (age).  Website: National External Program Team | Federal Aviation Administration

If you feel that you experienced unlawful discriminatory treatment in air travel by airline employees or the airline’s contractors on the basis of disability or on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation), religion, or ancestry.  Website: Air Travel Service Complaint | secure.dot.gov

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