Know Your Rights DC - Conozca sus derecho DC

Find information on your rights at work

a resource for workers in Washington DC

If you think you have been denied your rights at work please contact [email protected] or call ‪202-674-3228.

If you’re looking for Know Your Rights resources for migrants, please visit bit.ly/migrant-resources-dmv

Know your Rights

PAID SICK DAYS

Almost all workers in D.C. are covered by the paid sick and safe leave law, including both part-time and full-time workers.

MINIMUM WAGE

The DC minimum wage is $18.40 per hour for most workers since July 1st 2026. The minimum wage is $10.30 for tipped workers.

CRIMINAL RECORDS

Most employers in the District of Columbia cannot ask a job applicant if they have a criminal history during the application and interview part of the hiring process or at any time before ....

WAGE THEFT

Wage theft describes any time a company or employer refuses to pay some, or all, of a worker’s wages. This includes not paying the minimum wage, making you work off the clock, not paying...