Are employers allowed to terminate employees due to their religious beliefs?

No, employers in California are not allowed to terminate an employee based solely on their religious beliefs or practices. This is because discrimination based on religious beliefs or practices is illegal under California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). FEHA protects Californians from discrimination in employment, housing, and other public accommodations such as hotels and hospitals. Under FEHA, employers must treat all types of religious beliefs and practices equally. Employers cannot discriminate against employees who choose to practice a particular religion, or who choose not to practice any religion at all. Furthermore, employers cannot single out any employee or group of employees for unequal treatment based on their religious beliefs. For example, an employer may not grant special privileges to employees of one religion, or require employees of one religion to follow special rules or regulations. An employer also may not deny an employee a promotion, raise, or other benefit based on their religious beliefs. If an employee believes they have been discriminated against due to their religious beliefs, they can file a complaint with the Department of Fair Employment and Housing. The agency will investigate the complaint and take appropriate action to protect the employee from future discrimination.

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