Civil Rights

The Civil Rights Section in the Office of the Ohio Attorney General represents the Ohio Civil Rights Commission in its mission of protecting equal opportunity and eliminating unlawful discrimination in employment, places of public accommodations, housing, credit and institutions of higher education. Unlawful discrimination under the Ohio Revised Code includes discrimination based on certain “protected classes.” Protected classes may include factors such as race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, familial status and military status.

The Civil Rights Section of the Attorney General’s Office litigates discrimination cases on behalf of the Commission. The Attorney General’s Office does not represent the person making the allegation of discrimination.

For more information regarding unlawful discriminatory practices, protected classes and the Commission’s jurisdiction, go to www.crc.ohio.gov.

Free educational workshops on discrimination, housing, and contracting with the state are conducted on a regular basis by attorneys and other staff members of the Ohio Attorney General’s Office. Here is an overview of available workshops

The Civil Rights Section can be reached at 614-466-7900