Washington, DC · Tenant screening
What can a landlord check about me in Washington, DC?
Most things, but not old eviction cases or a credit score alone.
Why, and the exact law
An eviction case that ended without a judgment against you, or was filed 3 or more years ago, can't count.
From D.C. Code § 42-3505.10, read Oct 6, 2026. Show the law
“A housing provider shall not base an adverse action solely on a prospective tenant's credit score or lack thereof …”
D.C. Code § 42-3505.10 · code.dccouncil.gov Applying? See all the limits
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DC tenant screening limits (eviction/lease-breach history, credit score)
What can a landlord check about me?
Most things, but not old eviction cases or a credit score alone.
An eviction case that ended without a judgment against you, or was filed 3 or more years ago, can't count.
The law, word for word
“A housing provider shall not base an adverse action solely on a prospective tenant's credit score or lack thereof …”
D.C. Code § 42-3505.10 · code.dccouncil.gov · Retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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