16 Pa. Code § 42.71 - Finding of probable cause and attempts at conciliation after service of the complaint

(a) If, after a preliminary investigation, the Commission determines that probable cause exists to credit the allegations of the complaint, a finding of probable cause will be made.

(b) Whether or not a finding of probable cause is made, the Commission will, after service of the complaint, encourage a voluntary and informed predetermination settlement between the parties. If a finding of probable cause is made, the Commission will endeavor to eliminate the unlawful discriminatory practice by conference, conciliation and persuasion.

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16 Pa. Code § 42.71

The provisions of this § 42.71 adopted August 13, 1976, effective 8/14/1976, 6 Pa.B. 1887; corrected August 20, 1976, effective 8/14/1976, 6 Pa.B. 1985; amended April 19, 1991, effective 4/20/1991, 21 Pa.B. 1909; amended December 17, 1993, effective 12/18/1993, 23 Pa.B. 5897.

This section cited in 16 Pa. Code § 42.63 (relating to action on request for a preliminary hearing).