# D.C. Code § 7-1131.07: Appointment and duties of Chief Clinical Officer

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C11B_S7-1131.07

## Section

- **Citation:** D.C. Code § 7-1131.07
- **Heading:** Appointment and duties of Chief Clinical Officer
- **Jurisdiction:** District of Columbia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** DC Code / Title 7 / Chapter 11B / § 7-1131.07

## Text

The Department shall have a Chief Clinical Officer, appointed by the Director, and qualified by experience and training to carry out the following functions:
(1) Advising the Director on standards, quality assurance, risk management, and clinical practice;
(2) Advising the Director on a full range of services and functions, including but not limited to clinical services, service needs, and program development; and
(3) Coordinating the treatment of persons committed to the care of the Department by the court pursuant to § 21-545 .

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