DOJ Civil Rights Division

Discrimination & Civil Rights · Maryland · Free

Report hate crimes, religious discrimination, and civil rights violations including against LGBTQ+ people. A starting point for documentation BEFORE escalation; report contemporaneously even if you don't file yet. Free initial intake calls usually last 30–60 min; have a timeline of events ready. The Fair Housing Act covers LGBTQ+ protections in most jurisdictions through HUD interpretation since 2021. All services free of charge to LGBTQ+ Maryland residents and allies.

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