When someone files a discrimination complaint, CRD evaluates the facts and decides whether to accept the case for investigation. To file a complaint of discrimination, go to the CRD Web site home page and click on "File a Pre Complaint Inquiry."This guide provides a detailed overview of how to file a discrimination complaint, including steps, legal considerations, and resources. A charge of discrimination can be completed through our online system after you submit an online inquiry and we interview you. You may complete and submit the Online Discrimination Complaint Form. Note: This electronic form is automatically sent to The Civil Rights Section. 3 This packet includes each of the following forms: 4. 1. How to File an Employment Discrimination Complaint (Intake 1);. Here is How to File a Successful EEOC Complaint in California. The DFEH process begins when you contact the DFEH to report the discrimination and file a "Pre-Complaint Inquiry.