District Of Columbia § 8-2006 - Carriage and equipment.
Full text of District Of Columbia D.C. Code § 8-2006 — Carriage and equipment., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-2006. Carriage and equipment.
8-2006An owner, operator, or custodian of a horse engaged in the horse-drawn carriage trade shall:
Provide that the carriage used is in good operating condition, the axles are well-greased, and that all operating mechanisms are in good working order;
Provide that the carriage is equipped with hydraulic brakes in good working condition and set in a locked position when the carriage is not in motion;
Provide that the saddle, harness, shoes, bridle, and any other equipment for the horse fits properly, is in good working condition, and shall not cause injury or pain to the horse;
Not use curb bits, twisted wire, twisted wire snaffles, spurs, bucking straps, flank straps, or similar devices;
Inspect daily, all horses and all equipment at the time of departure from and return to the stable; and
Provide that all horses are equipped with a diaper that is constructed of a sturdy material and is properly fitted to the horse to ensure comfort.
No carriage engaged in the horse-drawn carriage trade shall be driven or operated on a public street or byway of the District unless the owner or operator of the carriage has obtained a valid registration and metal license plate issued by the Mayor pursuant to a procedure and fees established by the Mayor by rule.
A carriage used in the horse-drawn carriage trade shall:
Have conspicuously displayed on the rear of the carriage at all times a valid license plate provided for in subsection (b) of this section;
Be equipped with a slow-moving vehicle emblem to be attached to the rear of the carriage;
Be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition;
Not drive or transport more than 6 passengers at 1 time, excluding the driver or operator of the carriage;
Not drive or transport any person when a person other than a licensed-driver or an apprenticed-driver is seated in the driver’s seat of the carriage; and
Not have any legend, slogan, logo, or other exterior sign on the carriage, other than its legal license plates and the name and telephone number of the horse-drawn carriage in letters not to exceed 3 inches in height.
The Mayor may, by rule, establish additional inspection requirements for a carriage and other equipment used in the horse-drawn carriage trade.
Annotations
Source: official District Of Columbia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About District Of Columbia § 8-2006
What does D.C. Code § 8-2006 cover?
Section 8-2006 ("Carriage and equipment.") 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.
How do I cite District Of Columbia § 8-2006?
A common citation format is "D.C. Code § 8-2006" (District Of Columbia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of District Of Columbia law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the District Of Columbia official source linked on this page or consult a licensed District Of Columbia attorney.
How does District Of Columbia § 8-2006 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in District Of Columbia can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in District Of Columbia.