D.C. Code § 5-125.03

Current through codified legislation effective April 20, 2024

Section 5-125.03 - Use of prohibited techniques.

(a) It shall be unlawful:

(1) To use a prohibited technique; or

(2) If a law enforcement officer observes another law enforcement officer's use of a prohibited technique, to fail to immediately, for the person on whom the prohibited technique was used:

(A) Render, or cause to be rendered, first aid; or

(B) Request emergency medical services.

D.C. Code § 5-125.03

Amended by D.C. Law 24-345,§ 101, 70 DCR 000953, eff. 4/21/2023.

Amended by D.C. Law 25-61,§ I-A-101, 70 DCR 003820, eff. 3/24/2023, exp. 6/22/2023.

Amended by D.C. Law 24-76,§ I-A-101, 68 DCR 004935, eff. 5/3/2021, exp. 8/1/2021.

Jan. 25, 1986, D.C. Law 6-77, § 4, 32 DCR 6497.

Mayor authorized to issue rules: See Historical and Statutory Notes following § 5-125.01.