Are there any legal remedies available to tenants who have been discriminated against under Fair Housing Law?

Yes, there are legal remedies available to tenants who have been discriminated against under Fair Housing Law in Oklahoma. According to the Oklahoma Human Rights Commission (OHRC), tenants who believe they have been discriminated against can file a complaint with the OHRC. The complaint must contain information about the alleged discrimination, such as when and where it happened. After filing a complaint, the OHRC will investigate the charge and determine whether or not it has merit. If they find that discrimination has occurred, they may order the respondent to cease and desist from the discriminatory practice and award damages or other remedies to the person filing the complaint. In some cases, the OHRC may refer the complaint to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). HUD will investigate, mediate, and if necessary, prosecute a case involving federal housing discrimination law. HUD could order the respondent to stop the discriminatory practice, provide damages, and change their business practices to comply with fair housing laws. In addition to the OHRC and HUD, tenants can contact the Oklahoma Bar Association for the names and contact information of attorneys with experience in fair housing law. An attorney may be able to represent the tenant in proceedings before the OHRC, HUD or in a civil lawsuit to obtain monetary compensation for damages suffered as a result of the discrimination.

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