Public Advocacy Division

The Public Advocacy Division uses legal actions and the power of the courts to promote and defend the rights of the District’s residents—with a particular emphasis on protecting vulnerable and disadvantaged residents. The Division is focused on housing, community justice and public integrity.

La Oficina del Fiscal General utiliza la ley para conservar las viviendas asequibles, proteger a los inquilinos y responsabilizar a los arrendadores abusivos y negligentes. Si un arrendador viola la ley y obliga a los inquilinos o residentes cercanos a vivir en condiciones peligrosas o insalubres, el personal de nuestro Departamento de Vivienda y Justicia Comunitaria puede intervenir. Este equipo lleva a cabo acciones legales para resolver problemas en propiedades donde el público está en peligro debido a violaciones persistentes al código de vivienda o actividad criminal sin control.

The Housing and Community Justice Section primarily uses two laws in their work to protect District residents: the Tenant Receivership Act and the Drug-, Firearm-, or Prostitution-Related Nuisance Abatement statute.

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If you are a tenant renting a home, the resources and tools below can help you protect your legal rights and deal with any problems you may have with your housing or with your landlord.

Office of the Tenant Advocate

If you are a tenant in a dispute with your landlord, please contact the Office of the Tenant Advocate for advice and links to resources, including legal representation.

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Contact TTY: 711

Office Hours:

Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Service Location:

GIS Address: 441 4th Street, NW

City: Washington

State: DC

Zip: 20001