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Know Your Rights

The Maryland Commission on Civil Rights enforces State laws protecting you from unlawful discrimination.

Areas of Protection

The Maryland Commission on Civil Rights investigates complaints alleging unlawful discrimination in the following areas protected under State law:

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Maryland laws make it illegal to discriminate against someone in employment, housing, public accommodations, state contracts, health services, and commercial leasing based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical and mental disability, source of income, and military status.