District Of Columbia § 28-4555 - Judicial remedies.
Full text of District Of Columbia D.C. Code § 28-4555 — Judicial remedies., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 28-4555. Judicial remedies.
28-4555Any affected party, including the District of Columbia, shall have standing to file a civil suit in a court of competent jurisdiction for a violation of this chapter and to seek a remedy, including declaratory and injunctive relief. If the District of Columbia is the plaintiff, it may seek remedies on its own behalf, on behalf of all residents of the District of Columbia, or both.
If a judge of a court of competent jurisdiction finds that there has been excessive pricing in a suit filed by an affected party, the judge shall levy the appropriate civil penalties and may order, if supported by the evidence:
Temporary, preliminary, or permanent injunctions to enjoin the sales of prescription drugs in the District at excessive prices;
Appropriate fines for each violation;
Damages, including treble damages;
Reasonable attorney’s fees;
The cost of litigation; or
Any other relief the court deems proper.
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Source: official District Of Columbia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About District Of Columbia § 28-4555
What does D.C. Code § 28-4555 cover?
Section 28-4555 ("Judicial remedies.") is part of the D.C. Code, the codified statutory law of District Of Columbia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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