District Of Columbia § 32-1231.07 - Administrative enforcement by DOES.

An investigation of the complaint and an attempt to resolve the complaint by conference or mediation;

If the complaint is not resolved, a determination on the existence of probable cause to believe a violation of this chapter has occurred;

If it is determined probable cause exists, the issuance and service of a written notice and a copy of the complaint to the employer alleged to have violated this chapter that requires the employer to answer the charges of the complaint at a hearing before DOES, the procedures of which shall be established by rule; and

The right of the employee to have an attorney authorized to practice law in the District of Columbia and retained by the employee present at the hearing.

Back pay for lost wages resulting from the employer's violation of this chapter;

Reinstatement or other injunctive relief; and

Reasonable attorney's fees and costs of enforcement.

To compensate the District for the costs of investigating and remedying a violation, DOES may also order the employer to pay to the District a penalty of not more than $ 500 for each day or portion thereof that the violation continues for each employee against whom the violation occurred or continues.

The funds recovered by the District under this subsection shall be deposited in the Pregnant Workers Protection Fund established by .

Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, if an employer is determined to not be in compliance with this chapter, DOES shall take any appropriate enforcement action to secure compliance, including initiating a civil action following review by the Office of Administrative Hearings, and, except where prohibited by another law, revoking or suspending any registration certificates, permits, or licenses held or requested by the employer until the violation is remedied.

Before DOES may take action regarding a suspension or revocation of a registration certificate, permit, or license, the employer shall have the opportunity to request a hearing pursuant to [ et seq.].