District Of Columbia § 50-1707 - Evidentiary effect; basis for civil liability.
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§ 50-1707. Evidentiary effect; basis for civil liability.
50-1707Neither a violation of this chapter nor compliance herewith shall constitute any evidence of negligence or contributory negligence, nor shall either a violation or compliance provide any basis for a civil action for damages.
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Source: official District Of Columbia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does D.C. Code § 50-1707 cover?
Section 50-1707 ("Evidentiary effect; basis for civil liability.") 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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