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D.C. Code § 38-951.01 Definitions
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For the purposes of this chapter, the term: (a)(1) "Child abuse" means the: (A) Infliction of physical or mental injury upon a child; (B) Sexual abuse, as that term is defined in § 22-3020.51(4), or exploitation of a child; or (C) Negligent treatment or maltreatment of a child. (…
D.C. Code § 38-951.02 Policy and education to prevent and address student sexual abuse
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(a) Beginning in the 2019-2020 school year, schools shall adopt and implement a policy to prevent and address student sexual abuse by staff. The policy shall include: (1) Protocol for the school's response to an allegation of student sexual abuse committed by staff, including pro…
D.C. Code § 38-951.03 Due diligence regarding potential, current, and former staff
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(a) A local education agency, except those that exclusively serve students over 18 years of age, or a contracted service provider of the local education agency, shall not employ or contract for the paid services of any individual for a position that involves direct interaction wi…