D.C. Code tit. 8 § 8-2034
Civil infractions.
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Any person who violates the provisions of this chapter shall be fined not more than $300 for each violation. A violation of this chapter shall be a civil infraction for purposes of Chapter 18 of Title 2 . Civil fines, penalties, and fees may be imposed as sanctions for any infraction of the provisions of this chapter, or the rules issued under the authority of this chapter, pursuant to Chapter 18 of Title 2 . Adjudication of any infractions shall be pursuant to Chapter 18 of Title 2 .
Under D.C. Code § 8-2031 et seq. § 8-2034, any person who violates the provisions of this chapter—which governs a specific area of District of Columbia law—may be subject to a civil fine of up to $300 for each separate violation. The violation is treated as a civil infraction rather than a criminal offense, and adjudication follows the procedures established under Chapter 18 of Title 2 of the D.C. Code. Civil fines, penalties, and fees may also be imposed for violations of rules issued under the authority of this chapter.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under this chapter should be aware that D.C. Code § 8-2031 et seq. § 8-2034 establishes a per-violation civil fine structure, with each individual infraction potentially resulting in a fine of up to $300. Compliant operators generally maintain familiarity with both the chapter's substantive requirements and any rules issued under its authority, since both can give rise to civil infractions. Enforcement and adjudication proceed through the District's civil infractions process under Chapter 18 of Title 2, which has its own procedural requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
D.C. Code § 8-2031 et seq. § 8-2034 establishes that violations of this chapter are civil infractions subject to fines of up to $300 per violation, adjudicated through the District's civil infractions process under Chapter 18 of Title 2. Tenants who believe a landlord or other party has violated the provisions of this chapter may consider filing a complaint through the appropriate District agency or raising the violation through the civil infractions process. Tenant-rights organizations in the District of Columbia can provide general information about how this enforcement framework operates and what options may be available.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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