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Owners of Four Apartment Complexes in DC Ordered to Fix Hazardous Living Conditions

May 26, 2023
Blog

The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) works tirelessly to ensure District residents are safe in their homes. When landlords and property managers violate tenants’ rights and ignore health and safety requirements, our team springs into action.

Consumer Alert: DC Restaurants Are Barred from Charging Deceptive Fees

March 7, 2023
Article

The District’s Consumer Protection Procedures Act grants District consumers the right to complete, accurate, and timely information whenever they purchase goods or services—including when they place orders at restaurants.

Worker Alert: Noncompete Provisions Are Now Illegal for Many DC Workers

February 21, 2023
Blog

The Office of Attorney General encourages DC workers to review their employment contracts and contact our office if they believe an employer may be violating a new law on noncompetes.

Consumer Alert: Don’t Get Scammed This Tax Season

February 16, 2023
Blog

The Office of Attorney General is committed to holding predatory businesses and individuals accountable, while helping residents avoid unnecessary fees, tax scams, and other pitfalls.

Consumer Alert: You May Qualify for Free Tax Preparation

February 14, 2023
Blog

Consumers often spend hundreds of dollars for tax preparation services when they could get free help through IRS-trained volunteers.

Consumer Alert: Questions and Answers on Abortion Care and Freedom of Expression in the District of Columbia

January 13, 2023
Article

At the Office of Attorney General, we stand up for people’s rights, including their rights to access health care and to peacefully protest.

Financial Safety During the Holidays: Tips to Avoid Being Scammed this Season

December 21, 2022
Blog

Whether you’re shopping online or in person, every year thousands of people become victims of holiday scams.

Consumer Alert: Drive Safe This Holiday Season

December 14, 2022
Article

While impaired driving fatalities tragically occur year-round, evidence shows that the holiday season is a particularly dangerous time on the roadways. 

Worker Alert: Check Whether You Are Being Charged Fees to Collect Tips

November 2, 2022
Press Release

OAG Alerts Workers that Restaurants Using GratShare Tip-Distribution App Are Illegally Charging Employees Fees to Receive Tips

Consumer Alert: Millions of dollars in financial assistance is still available to District homeowners for mortgages and other housing costs, including 7,000+ DC households at risk of foreclosure 

October 28, 2022
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400 6th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 727-3400 Fax: (202) 347-8922 TTY: (202) 727-3400 Email: oag@dc.gov

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For adult felony and federal cases in the District of Columbia, call the U.S. Attorney's Office at (202) 252-7566.

For federal cases generally, call the U.S. Department of Justice at (202) 514-2000.

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