Online tool expands contact with the Department of Justice and U.S. Attorney’s Office to report civil rights violations
PROVIDENCE - The Department of Justice has announced the launch of the Civil Rights Reporting Portal. This new online tool will make it easier for the public to report a civil rights violation. This tool is now available in addition to direct contact with the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Rhode Island.
“The department is committed to upholding the civil and constitutional rights of all people in the United States," said Assistant Attorney General Eric Dreiband of the Civil Rights Division. “The Civil Rights Reporting Portal will make it easier for the public to connect with us, which in turn makes us more effective at upholding these important rights. I encourage the public to use this portal to report civil rights violations."
“We take seriously our obligation to ensure that everyone’s civil rights are protected," said United States Attorney Aaron L. Weisman. “Without hesitation or favor every allegation of a civil rights violation brought to this office’s attention is carefully scrutinized. The Civil Rights Reporting Portal is one more step that ensures that the public can quickly and efficiently contact the Department of Justice."
The new Civil Rights Reporting Portal - located at https://www.civilrights.justice.gov/ - will consolidate over 30 unique reporting pathways. The portal will dramatically ease the burden on victims of civil rights violations to identify the proper reporting channel. The form is fully accessible to people with disabilities. It is also available in both English and Spanish, with more languages to be added over the next year.
Individuals can continue to report civil rights violations locally to the United States Attorney’s Office via email at usari.civilrightscomplaint@usdoj.gov or by calling (401) 709-5010.
Individuals who believe they may have been a victim of a civil rights violation can learn how to report violations to the Department by visiting civilrights.justice.gov. When appropriate, the Civil Rights Division staff will refer complainants to other agencies that are responsible for handling specific types of complaints.
Individuals who believe they are a victim of criminal violation of their civil rights, such as misconduct by law enforcement officers, a hate crime, or human trafficking, should contact their local FBI office.
The year 2020 marks the 150th anniversary of the Department of Justice. Learn more about the history of our agency at Justice.gov/Celebrating150Years
Source: U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the United States Attorneys
