Housing

At Liberty Justice For All, we believe that housing is a right, not a privilege. That's why we're passionate about promoting and protecting the principles of the Fair Housing Act of 1968. This landmark legislation ensures that no one can be discriminated against when it comes to finding a place to call home. Whether it's race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin, we firmly believe that everyone deserves equal opportunities in housing, because democracy starts at home.

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Types of Discrimination

At Liberty Justice For All, we believe in a society where equality and freedom thrive. Unfortunately, discrimination still plagues our world, hindering progress and stifling voices. From racial discrimination to gender inequality, there are various types of discrimination that we must tackle head-on. Whether it's ageism, ableism, or religious discrimination, we are committed to educating, advocating, and communicating about these issues, as we strive for a future where every individual is treated with dignity and respect. Join us in the fight for a truly democratic world.

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Fair Housing Ombudsman

The statewide Fair Housing ombudsman is a resource for renters and landlords to utilize to understand their rights and responsibilities. The ombudsman will informally answer questions and act as a mediator to help find an answer that both parties can accept.

If you have a question regarding Fair Housing or feel that you have been discriminated against, contact the statewide Fair Housing ombudsman:

E-mail Paul Flogstad
Phone: (877) 832-0161


Discrimination Complaints

Federal law prohibits housing discrimination based on your race, color, national origin, religion, sex, family status, or disability. If you have been trying to buy or rent a home or apartment and you believe your rights have been violated, you can file a fair housing complaint.

There are several ways to file a complaint:

  • You can file a complaint right now, by using this online form.
  • You can call toll-free at 1-800-877-7353.
  • You can print out a form, complete it, and drop it off at your local HUD office or mail it to the address below:
  • You can write a letter including:
  • Your name and address
  • The name and address of the person your complaint is about
  • The address of the house or apartment you were trying to rent or buy
  • The date when this incident occurred
  • A short description of what happened

Then mail it to the Fair Housing Hub closest to you:

Fair Housing Hub
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
1670 Broadway
Denver, Colorado 80202
(303) 672-5151
1-800-877-7353
TTY (303) 672-5248


For more information visit the Housing and Urban Development Website.

Housing and Urban Development Website

Legal Services Of SD

Application for Court Appointed Council

If you feel that you are financially unable to afford a lawyer, you may complete the application (linked below), which asks the Court to appoint counsel to represent you. NOTICE: You must be charged with a crime to use this application; the Court will not appoint council to represent you in a civil trial.


The following agencies provide free legal services to income-eligible persons. Contact them directly for more information.

Access to Justice

East River Legal Services
335 North Main Ave., Suite 200
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
(800) 952-3015
Website: www.erlservices.org

Access to Justice, Inc.
222 E. Capitol Ave., #3
Pierre, SD 57501
(855) 287-3510

Dakota Plains Legal Services Inc.
160 Second Street
P.O. Box 727
Mission, SD 57555-0727 
(800) 658-2297
Website: www.dpls.org

South Dakota Law Help

SDLawHelp is a consortium of South Dakota legal service providers who are dedicated to helping people in all corners of the state navigate the legal system and provide assistance on matters that can drastically impact their lives. From employment and housing to custody and collections - our organizations believe that legal assistance, education, and access to information are paramount to ensuring equal justice. That is why they developed the SDLawHelp website: https://www.sdlawhelp.org/

ACLU of South Dakota

Mission: The American Civil Liberties Union is a non-profit organization dedicated to working daily in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and laws of the United States guarantee everyone in this country.

If you feel that your civil rights have been violated, please contact the ACLU to find out if they can provide legal assistance to your case by visiting their website at: http://www.aclusd.org/.

State Bar of South Dakota

Website: http://statebarofsouthdakota.com/
Contact Information: 111 W. Capitol Ave. #1 | Pierre, SD 57501 | Phone: 605-224-7554

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