Civil Rights Enforcement

The United States Attorney’s Office, in coordination with the Civil Rights Division of the United States Department of Justice, vigorously enforces federal civil rights laws throughout the state of Colorado. These laws prohibit discrimination, protect the constitutional rights of residents, and affirm equal opportunity for all. The U.S. Attorney’s Office enforces civil rights through civil litigation and criminal prosecution and, in all cases, represents the interests of the United States.

Community Resources

The U.S. Attorney’s Office has a variety of educational brochures that explain federal civil rights protections, including protections in the areas of housing, education, and employment. To request brochures, email usaco.civilrights@usdoj.gov.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office also offers trainings on civil rights topics. For information about our community work and trainings, please visit the Community Outreach page.

Civil Rights Complaints

The U.S. Attorney’s Office welcomes information from the public that brings to our attention possible violations of our nation's civil rights laws. Civil rights complaints can be submitted by email, mail, or phone. You do not need a special form to submit a complaint, but we recommend using the form below:

• Civil Rights Complaint Form – English
• Civil Rights Complaint Form – Español

To submit a complaint by email, complete and save the form above, and email it to: usaco.civilrights@usdoj.gov

To submit a complaint by mail, print and complete the form above, and mail it to:

U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado
Civil Rights Intake Coordinator
1801 California St., Suite 1600
Denver, CO 80202

To submit a complaint by phone, call 303-454-0100.

Language interpretation and disability accommodations are available upon request.

Federal Civil Rights Statutes

For information about the civil rights laws we enforce, please click on the following links:

• The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other laws that prohibit disability discrimination.
• The Fair Housing Act (FHA)
• The Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA)
• The Equal Educational Opportunities Act (EEOA) and other laws that prohibit discrimination in schools.
• Title II of the Civil Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, and national origin in places of public accommodation.
• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, and national origin by programs that receive federal financial assistance.
• Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, and religion by state and local government employers.
• The anti-discrimination provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), which prohibits employment discrimination based on citizenship status and national origin.
• Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Act (USERRA)
• The Service Members Civil Relief Act (SCRA)
• The Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA)
• The Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act (CRIPA)
• The Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act and other laws that prohibit law enforcement misconduct.
• The Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr., Hate Crimes Prevention Act

LEGAL RESOURCES

*  Service Members Toolkit

*  Sexual Harassment In Housing Toolkit

*  Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) Brochure

*  Americans with Disabilities Act Guidance

          ADA Update: A Primer for Small Business

          ADA Requirements: Effective Communication

          Commonly Asked Questions About the ADA and Law Enforcement

          Frequently Asked Questions about Service Animals and the ADA

CIVIL RIGHTS PRESS RELEASES
 

Marriott International Agrees to Address Barriers to Making Reservations for Accessible Rooms at Marriott-Branded Hotels

U.S. Attorney's Office Secures Agreement in Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Against Owner and Property Manager of Eagle, Colorado Rental Property

Justice Department Secures Agreement to Address Language Barriers for Families in the Cherry Creek School District

Three Colorado Law Enforcement Agencies Agree to Policies to Ensure Effective Communication With Individuals Who Are Deaf Or Hard of Hearing

Ouray Lodge and Hot Springs Agrees to Improve Access for Individuals with Physical Disabilities

Wells Fargo Agrees to Training on New Companywide Policy to Improve Telephone Access by Customers Who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

Colorado High School Activities Association Agrees to Improve Access for Student Athletes with Disabilities

U.S. Attorney's Office Files Suit Against Landlord Alleging Sexual Harassment of Tenant

U.S. Attorney’s Office Resolves Complaint about Wheelchair-Accessibility of Concentra Urgent Care Facility in Downtown Denver

Justice Department Announces New Language Access Law Enforcement Initiative

U.S. Attorney’s Office Reaches Settlement with City of Denver and Concert Promoters Relating to Overcharging for Wheelchair-Accessible Seating at Red Rocks Amphitheatre

U.S. Attorney’s Office Gets Relief Under ADA for 10-Year-Old Deaf Soccer Player

Justice Department Settles Investigation into Language Barriers in the Colorado Administrative Court System

U.S. Attorney’s Office Enforces Americans with Disabilities Act Against Airport Parking Company

Colorado U.S. Attorney Announces Settlement With Walmart Over Discrimination Claim By Naval Reservist

U.S. Attorney's Office Resolves Complaint From Customer With HIV Who Was Refused Service By Tattoo Artist

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Agrees to New Policies to Improve Communication with Individuals Who Are Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing

U.S. Attorney's Office Resolves Fair Housing Act Claims Against Snowmass Village Homeowners Association For Refusing To Allow Disabled Resident To Live With Assistance Dog