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DC Code § 16-2330 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter I - Proceedings Regarding Delinquency, Neglect, or Need of Supervision|§ 16-2330. Time computation

(a) In all proceedings in the Division, time limitations shall be reasonably construed by the Division for the protection of the community and of the child. (b) The following periods shall be excluded in computing the time limits established for proceedings under this subchapter: (1) The period of delay resulting from a continuance granted, upon grounds constituting unusual circumstances, at the request or with the consent, in any case, of the child or his counsel, or, in neglect cases, also of the parent, guardian, or custodian. (2) The period of delay resulting from other proceedings concerning the child, including but not limited to an examination or hearing on mental health or an intellectual disability and a hearing on a transfer motion. (3) The period of delay resulting from a continuance granted at the request of the Corporation Counsel if the continuance is granted because of the unavailability of evidence material to the case, when the Corporation Counsel has exercised due diligence to obtain such evidence and there are reasonable grounds to believe that such evidence will be available at the later date; or if the continuance is granted to allow the Corporation Counsel additional time to prepare his case and additional time is required due to the exceptional circumstances of the case. (4) The period of delay resulting from the imposition of a consent decree. (5) The period of delay resulting from the absence or unavailability of the child. (6) A reasonable period of delay when the child is joined for a hearing with another child as to whom the time for a hearing has not run and there is good cause for not hearing the case separately.  (July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 539, Pub. L. 91-358, title I, § 121(a); Sept. 23, 1977, D.C. Law 2-22, title IV, § 408(a), 24 DCR 3341; Sept. 26, 2012, D.C. Law 19-169, § 20(c)(4), 59 DCR 5567.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 16-2330. 1973 Ed., § 16-2330. Section References This section is referenced in § 16-2362. Effect of Amendments The 2012 amendment by D.C. Law 19-169 substituted “an intellectual disability” for “retardation” in (b)(2). Cross References Finality of termination orders, see § 16-2362. Editor's Notes Section 35 of D.C. Law 19-169 provided that no provision of the act shall impair any right or obligation existing under law.
DC Code § 16-2333.01 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter I - Proceedings Regarding Delinquency, Neglect, or Need of Supervision|§ 16-2333.01. Permitted disclosures of juvenile information

(a) An official of the Family Court, the Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services, or the Metropolitan Police Department may disclose information (but not records) about a juvenile otherwise protected from disclosure under sections 16-2331, 16-2332, and 16-2333 in accordance with this section only if: (1) In the professional judgment of the official, disclosing the information will assist in the protection, welfare, treatment, or rehabilitation of the juvenile; (2) A professional relationship exists between the official and the juvenile; and (3) The general nature of the disclosure, and rationale for making the disclosure, is approved by the official’s supervisor or agency director. (b) Information disclosed under this section may be disclosed only to: (1) A principal, teacher, or counselor at a school that the juvenile attends or has attended; or (2) A mental health professional as that term is defined in section 7-1201.01(11). (c) The information that may be disclosed under this section shall be limited to: (1) The juvenile’s name; (2) Whether the juvenile is or has been on probation or in the custody of the Department; (3) Whether the juvenile has violated the terms of probation or absconded while in the custody of the Department; (4) Whether the juvenile has been arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department, or another law enforcement agency, and the charges brought against the juvenile; and (5) The disposition of the charges brought against the juvenile. (d) Information disclosed pursuant to this section shall be: (1) Kept confidential and shall not be disclosed by the recipient to another individual or entity except in accordance with section 16-2331, 16-2332, or 16-2333; and (2) Limited to the greatest extent possible consistent with its express purpose. (e) This section permits the limited disclosure of information contained in records and files otherwise protected from disclosure under sections 16-2331, 16-2332, and 16-2333, but does not authorize disclosure of the records and files.  (Mar. 8, 2011, D.C. Law 18-284, § 3(f), 57 DCR 10477.)  Section References This section is referenced in § 16-2331, § 16-2332, and § 16-2333.
DC Code § 16-2334 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter I - Proceedings Regarding Delinquency, Neglect, or Need of Supervision|§ 16-2334. Fingerprint records

(a) The contents or existence of law enforcement records and files of the fingerprints of a child shall not be disclosed by the custodians thereof, except— (1) to a law enforcement officer of the United States, the District of Columbia, or other jurisdiction for purposes of the investigation and trial of a criminal offense; or (2) pursuant to rule or special order of the court. (b) When a child is transferred for criminal prosecution under section 16-2307, law enforcement records and files of his fingerprints relating to any matter so transferred shall be deemed those of an adult. (c) No person shall disclose, inspect, or use records in violation of this section.  (July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 542, Pub. L. 91-358, title I, § 121(a); Sept. 23, 1977, D.C. Law 2-22, title IV, § 408(a), 24 DCR 3341.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 16-2334. 1973 Ed., § 16-2334.
DC Code § 16-2336 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter I - Proceedings Regarding Delinquency, Neglect, or Need of Supervision|§ 16-2336. Unlawful disclosure of records; penalties

Whoever willfully discloses, receives, makes use of, or knowingly permits the use of information concerning a child or other person in violation of sections 16-2331 through 16-2335 and 16-2335.02 , shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be fined of not more than the amount set forth in [§ 22-3571.01] or imprisoned not more than ninety days, or both. Violations of this section shall be prosecuted by the Corporation Counsel in the name of the District of Columbia.  (July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 543, Pub. L. 91-358, title I, § 121(a); Sept. 23, 1977, D.C. Law 2-22, title IV, § 408(a), 24 DCR 3341; Apr. 30, 1988, D.C. Law 7-104, § 4(q), 35 DCR 147; June 11, 2013, D.C. Law 19-317, § 281(c), 60 DCR 2064; Apr. 4, 2017, D.C. Law 21-238, § 102(l), 63 DCR 15312.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 16-2336. 1973 Ed., § 16-2336. Section References This section is referenced in § 16-2316, § 16-2331, and § 16-2332. Effect of Amendments The 2013 amendment by D.C. Law 19-317 substituted “of not more than the amount set forth in [§ 22-3571.01]” for “not more than $250”. Emergency Legislation For temporary (90 days) amendment of this section, see § 281(c) of the Criminal Fine Proportionality Emergency Act of 2013 (D.C. Act 20-45, April 1, 2013, 60 DCR 5400, 20 DCSTAT 1300). Editor's Notes Applicability of D.C. Law 19-317: Section 401 of D.C. Law 19-317 provided that the act shall apply only to offenses committed on or after June 11, 2013.
DC Code § 16-2337 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter I - Proceedings Regarding Delinquency, Neglect, or Need of Supervision|§ 16-2337. Additional powers of the Director of Social Services

In addition to the powers and duties prescribed in section 11-1722 , the Director of Social Services shall have power to take into custody and place in detention or shelter care, in accordance with this subchapter, children who are under his supervision as delinquent or in need of supervision, children on probation and under the Director’s supervision, when the Director has reasonable cause to believe they have violated one or more conditions of their probation, or children who have run away from agencies or institutions to which they were committed under this subchapter.  (July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 543, Pub. L. 91-358, title I, § 121(a); Sept. 23, 1977, D.C. Law 2-22, title IV, § 408(a), 24 DCR 3341; Apr. 20, 1999, D.C. Law 12-258, § 2(b), 46 DCR 1314; Apr. 4, 2001, D.C. Law 13-277, § 3(a)(8), 48 DCR 2043.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 16-2337. 1973 Ed., § 16-2337. Section References This section is referenced in § 16-2309. Effect of Amendments D.C. Law 13-277 substituted “or” for “,” following “delinquent”.
DC Code § 16-2338 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter I - Proceedings Regarding Delinquency, Neglect, or Need of Supervision|§ 16-2338. Emergency medical treatment

Nothing in this subchapter shall prevent a public agency having custody of a child who is under jurisdiction of the Division from providing the child with emergency medical treatment.  (July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 543, Pub. L. 91-358, title I, § 121(a); Sept. 23, 1977, D.C. Law 2-22, title IV, § 408(a), 24 DCR 3341.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 16-2338. 1973 Ed., § 16-2338.
DC Code § 16-2339 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter I - Proceedings Regarding Delinquency, Neglect, or Need of Supervision|§ 16-2339. Immunity for juveniles who are witnesses in juvenile proceedings

(a) Whenever a child, other than a child transferred for criminal prosecution pursuant to section 16-2307, who is called as a witness refuses on the basis of the privilege against self-incrimination to testify or provide other information in or ancillary to a delinquency proceeding brought under this chapter in the Family Division, and the person presiding over the proceeding communicates to the witness an order issued under subsection (c) of this section, the witness may not refuse to comply with the order on the basis of the privilege against self-incrimination. However, no testimony or other information compelled under the order (or any information directly or indirectly derived from such testimony or other information) may be used against the witness except in a proceeding for perjury, giving a false statement, or otherwise failing to comply with the order. (b) The Corporation Counsel may request an order under subsection (c) of this section when the testimony or other information may be necessary to the public interest, and the child called as a witness has refused or is likely to refuse to testify or provide other information on the basis of the privilege against self-incrimination. (c) When any child, other than a child transferred for criminal prosecution pursuant to section 16-2307, has been or may be called to testify or provide other information in or ancillary to a delinquency proceeding brought under this chapter in the Family Division, and the Corporation Counsel has made a request under subsection (b) of this section, the judge presiding over the proceeding shall issue an order requiring the child to give testimony or provide other information which was refused on the basis of the privilege against self-incrimination. An order issued pursuant to this subsection shall become effective as provided in subsection (a) of this section.  (May 21, 1994, D.C. Law 10-118, § 2, 41 DCR 1637.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 16-2339.
DC Code § 16-2341 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter II - Parentage Proceedings|§ 16-2341. Representation

(a) Where a public support burden has been incurred or is threatened, or where an individual seeks assistance pursuant to part D in title IV of the Social Security Act approved January 4, 1975 (88 Stat. 2351; 42 U.S.C. 651 et seq.), the Corporation Counsel or an assistant may bring a civil action in the Family Division to enforce support of any parent or child against an absent parent. (b) In all cases over which the Division has jurisdiction under paragraphs (3), (4), (10), and (11) of section 11-1101, where the court deems it necessary and proper, an attorney shall be appointed by the court to represent the respondent. (c) Nothing in this section shall be construed to interfere with the right of an individual to file a civil action over which the Division has jurisdiction under the paragraphs of section 11-1101 referred to in subsection (b).  (Dec. 23, 1963, 77 Stat. 591, Pub. L. 88-241, § 1; July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 544, Pub. L. 91-358, title I, § 121(a); Oct. 1, 1976, D.C. Law 1-87, § 20(a), 23 DCR 2544; Feb. 24, 1987, D.C. Law 6-166, § 33(a)(6), 33 DCR 6710; Mar. 24, 1998, D.C. Law 12-81, § 10(ff), 45 DCR 745.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 16-2341. 1973 Ed., § 16-2341. Cross References Family Court of the Superior Court, jurisdiction, see § 11-1101.
DC Code § 16-2343.02 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter II - Parentage Proceedings|§ 16-2343.02. Sanctions

If any party refuses to submit to a test the party may be punished by contempt or by other sanctions that the court considers appropriate.  (Sept. 26, 1984, D.C. Law 5-123, § 3, 31 DCR 4056.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 16-2343.2. Editor's Notes Section 28(c)(7) of D.C. Law 15-354 provided that the section designation of § 16-2343.2 of the District of Columbia Official Code is redesignated as § 16-2343.02.
DC Code § 16-2343.04 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter II - Parentage Proceedings|§ 16-2343.04. No right to jury trial

The parties to an action to establish parentage are not entitled to a jury trial.  (Apr. 3, 2001, D.C. Law 13-269, § 106(p), 48 DCR 1270; July 18, 2008, D.C. Law 18-33, § 3(m), 56 DCR 4269.)  Effect of Amendments D.C. Law 18-33 substituted “parentage” for “paternity”. Emergency Legislation For temporary addition of § 16-2343.4 1981 Ed., see § 5(r) of the Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Second Emergency Amendment Act of 1998 (D.C. Act 12-439, August 12, 1998, 45 DCR 6110), § 5(r) of the Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Legislative Review Emergency Amendment Act of 1998 (D.C. Act 12-503, October 27, 1998, 45 DCR 8495), and § 5(r) of the Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Second Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 1998 (D.C. Act 12-600, January 20, 1999, 46 DCR 1239). For temporary repeal of D.C. Law 12-103, see § 13 of the Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Second Emergency Amendment Act of 1998 (D.C. Act 12-439, August 12, 1998, 45 DCR 6110). For temporary addition of § 16-2343.4 1981 Ed., see § 105(r) of the Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Emergency Amendment Act of 1999 (D.C. Act 13-126, August 4, 1999, 46 DCR 6606). For temporary repeal of D.C. Law 12-210, see § 113 of the Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Emergency Amendment Act of 1999 (D.C. Act 13-126, August 4, 1999, 46 DCR 6606). For temporary (90 day) addition of section, see § 105(r) of the Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Emergency Amendment Act of 2000 (D.C. Act 13-446, October 24, 2000, 47 DCR 9213). For temporary (90 day) addition of section, see § 106(p) of Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2001 (D.C. Act 14-5, February 13, 2001, 48 DCR 2440). Temporary Legislation For temporary (225 day) addition of section, see § 5(r) of Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Temporary Amendment Act of 1998 (D.C. Law 12-210, April 13, 1999, law notification 46 DCR 3832). For temporary (225 day) addition of section, see § 105(r) of Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Temporary Amendment Act of 1999 (D.C. Law 13-57, March 7, 2000, law notification 47 DCR 1979). For temporary (225 day) addition of section, see § 105(r) of Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Temporary Amendment Act of 2000 (D.C. Law 13-207, March 31, 2001, law notification 48 DCR 3238).
DC Code § 16-2344 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter II - Parentage Proceedings|§ 16-2344. Exclusion of public

Upon trial or proceedings over which the Division has jurisdiction under paragraph (3), (4), (10), or (11) of section 11-1101 , the court may exclude the general public and, at the request of either party, shall exclude the general public.  (Dec. 23, 1963, 77 Stat. 592, Pub. L. 88-241, § 1; July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 544, Pub. L. 91-358, title I, § 121(a).)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 16-2344. 1973 Ed., § 16-2344.
DC Code § 16-2346 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter II - Parentage Proceedings|§ 16-2346. Certificate to Registrar

(a) Upon entry of a final judgment determining the parentage of a child, the clerk of the court shall forward a certificate to the Registrar of the District of Columbia, or his authorized representative in the jurisdiction in which the child was born, giving the names of the persons adjudged to be the parents of the child. (b) Repealed.  (Dec. 23, 1963, 77 Stat. 592, Pub. L. 88-241, § 1; July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 545, Pub. L. 91-358, title I, § 121(a); Oct. 1, 1976, D.C. Law 1-87, § 20(e), 23 DCR 2544; Oct. 8, 1981, D.C. Law 4-34, § 29(h), 28 DCR 3271; July 18, 2008, D.C. Law 18-33, § 3(o), 56 DCR 4269.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 16-2346. 1973 Ed., § 16-2346. Section References This section is referenced in § 16-2348. Effect of Amendments D.C. Law 18-33, in subsec. (a), deleted “born out of wedlock” following “child”, and substituted “parents” for “father and mother”.
DC Code § 16-2347 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter II - Parentage Proceedings|§ 16-2347. Death of respondent; liability of estate

If the respondent dies after parentage has been established and prior to the time the child reaches the age at which the child ceases to be a minor, any sums due and unpaid under an order of the court at the time of his or her death shall constitute a valid claim against his or her estate.  (Dec. 23, 1963, 77 Stat. 592, Pub. L. 88-241, § 1; July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 545, Pub. L. 91-358, title I, § 121(a); Oct. 1, 1976, D.C. Law 1-87, § 20(f), 23 DCR 2544.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 16-2347. 1973 Ed., § 16-2347.
DC Code § 16-2349.01 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter II - Parentage Proceedings|§ 16-2349.01. Child support pendente lite

Upon motion of a party in a parentage or support action or proceeding, the Superior Court shall issue an order of child support pending a determination of parentage if there is clear and convincing evidence of parentage. Evidence of parentage may include a genetic test result that does not create a conclusive presumption of parentage pursuant to section 16-909(b-1)(1) .  (Apr. 3, 2001, D.C. Law 13-269, § 106(t), 48 DCR 1270; July 18, 2008, D.C. Law 18-33, § 3(q), 56 DCR 4269.)  Effect of Amendments D.C. Law 18-33 substituted “parentage” for “paternity”. Emergency Legislation For temporary addition of § 16-2349.1 1981 Ed., see § 5(r) of the Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Emergency Amendment Act of 1997 (D.C. 12-222, December 23, 1997, 44 DCR 114). For temporary addition of § 16-2349.1 1981 Ed., see § 105(v) of the Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Emergency Amendment Act of 1999 (D.C. Act 13-126, August 4, 1999, 46 DCR 6606). For temporary (90 day) addition of section, see § 105(v) of the Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Emergency Amendment Act of 2000 (D.C. Act 13-446, October 24, 2000, 47 DCR 9213). For temporary (90 day) addition of section, see § 106(t) of Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2001 (D.C. Act 14-5, February 13, 2001, 48 DCR 2440). Temporary Legislation For temporary (225 day) addition of section, see § 5(r) of Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Temporary Amendment Act of 1998 (D.C. Law 12-103, May 8, 1998, law notification 45 DCR 3254). For temporary (225 day) addition of section, see § 5(v) of Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Temporary Amendment Act of 1998 (D.C. Law 12-210, April 13, 1999, law notification 46 DCR 3832). For temporary (225 day) addition of section, see § 105(v) of Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Temporary Amendment Act of 1999 (D.C. Law 13-57, March 7, 2000, law notification 47 DCR 1979). For temporary (225 day) addition of section, see § 105(v) of Child Support and Welfare Reform Compliance Temporary Amendment Act of 2000 (D.C. Law 13-207, March 31, 2001, law notification 48 DCR 3238). Editor's Notes Section 28(c)(8) of D.C. Law 15-354 provided that the section designation of § 16-2349.1 of the District of Columbia Official Code is redesignated as § 16-2349.01.
DC Code § 16-2351 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]|Chapter 23 - Family Division [Family Court] Proceedings|Subchapter III - Proceedings Regarding the Termination of Parental Rights of Certain Neglected Children|§ 16-2351. Purpose of the subchapter; construction of provisions

(a) The general purposes of this subchapter are to: (1) encourage stability in the lives of certain children who have been adjudicated neglected and have been removed from the custody of their parent by providing judicial procedures for the permanent termination of the parent and child relationship in the circumstances set forth in this subchapter; (2) ensure that the constitutional rights of all parties are recognized and enforced in all proceedings conducted pursuant to this subchapter while ensuring that the fundamental needs of children are not subjugated to the interests of others; and (3) increase the opportunities for the prompt adoptive placement of children for whom parental rights have been terminated. (b) This subchapter shall be liberally construed to promote the general purposes stated in this section.  (Sept. 23, 1977, D.C. Law 2-22, title IV, § 410, 24 DCR 3341.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 16-2351. 1973 Ed., § 16-2351.