District of Columbia Statutes
§ 8-1446 — Punitive damages.
District of Columbia § 8-1446
JurisdictionDistrict of Columbia
Title 8Environmental and Animal Control and Protection.
Ch. 14Hazardous Materials Transportation.
Subch. IIIStrict Liability for Release of Hazardous Materials During Transport.
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D.C. Code § 8-1446 (2026).
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In addition to the damages authorized elsewhere in this subchapter, punitive damages may be awarded, if it is proved that the plaintiff’s injuries were caused by the defendant’s wanton or reckless disregard for public safety in the transportation of the gasses, explosives, and materials identified in § 8-1442 .
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Legislative History
Mar. 14, 2007, D.C. Law 16-262, § 306, 54 DCR 794
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