# D.C. Code § 7-1001: Equal access to public places

> District of Columbia · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C10_S7-1001

## Section

- **Citation:** D.C. Code § 7-1001
- **Heading:** Equal access to public places
- **Jurisdiction:** District of Columbia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** DC Code / Title 7 / Chapter 10 / § 7-1001

## Text

Persons with physical or mental disabilities have the same right as the able-bodied to the full and free use of the streets, highways, sidewalks, walkways, public buildings, public facilities, and other public places in the District of Columbia.

## Nearby sections

- [D.C. Code § 7-1001 § 7-1001. Equal access to public places.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C10_S7-1001.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-1002 § 7-1002. Equal access to public accommodations and conveyances.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C10_S7-1002.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-1003 § 7-1003. Architectural barrier-free design requirements.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C10_S7-1003.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-1004 § 7-1004. Safety standards for drivers of motor vehicles.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C10_S7-1004.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-1005 § 7-1005. Discrimination in employment prohibited.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C10_S7-1005.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-1006 § 7-1006. Equal access to housing.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C10_S7-1006.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-1007 § 7-1007. Penalties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C10_S7-1007.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-1008 § 7-1008. White Cane Safety Day.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C10_S7-1008.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-1009 § 7-1009. Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C10_S7-1009.md)

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