The Eviction with Dignity Act provides certain rights for tenants who have been evicted through the court process.
The US Marshals must notify you at least 21 days before your scheduled eviction in 3 ways: by mail, electronically, and by posting on your door.
On the eviction date, the US Marshals will come and supervise as the property manager changes the locks of the unit.
Even if your eviction date is scheduled, you cannot be evicted if it is raining or will be below freezing at any point that day.

What rights do I have to gather my belongings after being evicted?

The landlord must give you an opportunity to get your belongings.
Your landlord must keep your personal property in the unit for seven days after you are evicted.
Your landlord must allow you to come get your personal property from the unit at a time you both agree to for at least 16 hours, across 2 days, between 8am and 6pm.
If you do not claim your personal property within 7 days from the date of your eviction, or arrange another time with your landlord, your landlord may dispose of your belongings.
If your landlord does not provide you this opportunity, ask the Landlord-Tenant Clerk (510 4th St NW Room 110) to file a Temporary Restraining Order form in your eviction case.

Questions? Call LTLAN (202)-780-2575

I have been evicted and I do not have anywhere to go. What resources are there?

Virginia Williams Family Resource Center

Virginia Williams provides services and resources to stabilize families at risk of homelessness. Virginia Williams only assists D.C. residents with children.
To conduct an intake with Virginia Williams, visit in-person with your family at 64 New York Ave NE.
You can visit Virginia Williams Monday – Thursday from 8:30AM to 4:00PM and Friday from 8:30AM to 12:00PM.

Homelessness Services Shelter Hotline

For individuals, the city’s Emergency Shelter program for adults provides beds on a first-come, first-served basis.
Call the shelter hotline at (202) 399-7093 or dial 311 for transportation to one of the city’s emergency shelters.
The shelter hotline is open every day from 8:00AM – 12:00PM. During hypothermia season, November 1 to April 15, the shelter hotline is open 24 hours a day.
The city refers individuals to shelter via a Coordinated Entry system - walk-ins are rarely allowed, so calling the hotline increases your chance of accessing shelter.

D.C. Tenant Guide to the Eviction Process