District of Columbia Legal Deadlines
Verified filing deadlines under District of Columbia law. Every entry cites the official statute — click the section number to read the law itself.
Injury & Accident
| Claim / matter | Deadline | Official statute (source) |
|---|---|---|
| Car Accident | 3 yrs | D.C. Code § 12-301(a)(8) |
| Defamation | 1 yr | D.C. Code § 12-301(4) |
| Dog Bite | 3 yrs | D.C. Code § 8-1808 (dangerous animal liability); SOL: D.C. Code § 12-301(8) |
| Medical Malpractice | 3 yrs | D.C. Code § 12-301(a)(8) |
| Personal Injury | 3 yrs | D.C. Code § 12-301(8) |
| Slip and Fall | 3 yrs | D.C. Code § 12-301(8) |
| Wrongful Death | 2 yrs | D.C. Code § 16-2702 |
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Debt & Collections
| Claim / matter | Deadline | Official statute (source) |
|---|---|---|
| Credit Card Debt | 3 yrs | D.C. Code § 28-3814(o) |
| Medical Debt | 3 yrs | D.C. Code § 12-301(7) |
Consumer
| Claim / matter | Deadline | Official statute (source) |
|---|---|---|
| Breach of Contract | 3 yrs | D.C. Code § 12-301(7) |
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Legal information, not legal advice. Confirm with the cited statute or a licensed District of Columbia attorney.