D.C. Code § 16-1503

Current through codified legislation effective April 10, 2024

Section 16-1503 - Judgment and execution for possession

When, upon a trial in a proceeding pursuant to this chapter, it appears that the plaintiff is entitled to the possession of the premises, judgment and execution for the possession shall be awarded in his favor, with costs; and if the plaintiff becomes nonsuit or fails to prove his right to the possession, the defendant shall have judgment and execution for his costs.

D.C. Code § 16-1503

Amended by D.C. Law 24-231,§ 3, 68 DCR 013238, eff. 12/13/2021, exp. 3/13/2022.

Dec. 23, 1963, 77 Stat. 581, Pub. L. 88-241, § 1.

This section is set out more than once. See also 16-1503, effective until 10/7/2022.