Sec. 406.409. - Enforcement by private persons.

The following procedures shall apply: (a) If within 180 days after a complaint is filed alleging discrimination, the Director has been unable to obtain voluntary compliance with the provisions of this Chapter, the aggrieved person may demand a notice of Right To Sue from the Director, the issuance of which shall terminate the jurisdiction of the Director and the Commission over such complaint. Not later than 90 days following receipt of the Notice of Right To Sue, the complainant may commence a civil action in a court of appropriate jurisdiction against the respondent named in the complaint. (b) If in a private enforcement proceeding under this Chapter, the court finds that a discriminatory practice has occurred or is about to occur it may issue an order prohibiting the practice and providing affirmative relief from the effects of the practice, including temporary or permanent injunctive and other equitable relief, temporary restraining order, actual and punitive damages, reasonable attorney's fees, interest, costs, or other order. (c) Upon request of the Commission, the General Counsel may intervene on behalf of the City in an action brought under the provisions of this Chapter, if the Commission certifies that the case is of public importance to the citizens of Duval County. (Ord. 2004-699-E, § 15)