News & Updates

Apply for Child Support Online

When children receive financial support from both parents, they can thrive and have a bright future.

Topics: Child Support

Latest Tenant Protections for D.C. Residents

On May 5, 2020, the DC Council enacted critical emergency legislation to protect District residents during the COVID-19 crisis.

Keeping Kids Safe Online

Between distance learning and social distancing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) emergency, District kids are now spending more time online than ever before.

Protect Your Mental Health During COVID-19

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and now more than ever, District residents are looking for ways to support their mental health during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Topics: Public Safety

Newsletter: Rooting Out Public Corruption

OAG recently announced a new Public Corruption Section to focus on a broad array of wrongdoing that impacts the public’s confidence in honest District government.

Beware of COVID-Related Charity Scams

Especially now, many Americans are admirably trying to help those impacted by the COVID-19 crisis through charitable donations—but beware of scams.

Newsletter: New Emergency Protections for D.C. Residents

We’re over a month into the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, and I know how much fear and uncertainty District residents are experiencing.

ALERTA AL CONSUMIDOR (COVID-19): Estafas en pagos federales de auxilios por coronavirus

Los residentes del Distrito deben estar en alerta máxima por estafas relacionadas con pagos federales de auxilios por coronavirus o "pagos de impacto económico".

DC Youth: Chat with Us

In response to the COVID-19 public health emergency and social distancing guidelines, OAG has shifted to virtual programs, including weekly social media chats, to ensure we continue robust and educational conversations with D.C. youth.

CONSUMER ALERT (COVID-19): Federal Coronavirus Relief Payment Scams

District residents should be on high alert for scams related to federal coronavirus relief payments or “economic impact payments.”