District of Columbia Eviction record sealing

Eviction record sealing in District of Columbia

Eviction court records are sealed automatically: 30 days after the case ends if the landlord did not win possession, or 3 years after it ends if the landlord did. Statute text: "(a) The Superior Court of the District of Columbia ("Superior Court") shall seal all court records relating to an eviction proceeding: (1) If the eviction proceeding does not result in a judgment for possession in favor of the housing provider, 30 days after the final resolution of the eviction proceeding; or (2) If the eviction proceeding results in a judgement for possession in favor of the housing provider, 3 years after the final resolution of the eviction proceeding." (D.C. Code § 42–3505.09).

Verified Source: D.C. Code § 42–3505.09 · last checked 2026-10-16