Paid Sick Leave in District of Columbia
Whether District of Columbia requires paid sick leave, how much you earn and how you can use it.
Short answer: Yes. Employers with 100 or more employees: 1 hour per 37 hours worked, up to 7 days a year. Employers with 25–99 employees: 1 hour per 43 hours, up to 5 days. Employers with 24 or fewer: 1 hour per 87 hours, up to 3 days. D.C. Code § 32-531.02 (Accrued Sick and Safe Leave Act)
| Paid sick leave | Yes. Employers with 100 or more employees: 1 hour per 37 hours worked, up to 7 days a year. Employers with 25–99 employees: 1 hour per 43 hours, up to 5 days. Employers with 24 or fewer: 1 hour per 87 hours, up to 3 days. Leave starts accruing at hire and can be used after 90 days, for the employee's or a family member's health needs and for domestic violence-related needs. Re-verified 2026-10-27. |
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FAQ
Is paid sick leave required in District of Columbia?
Yes. Employers with 100 or more employees: 1 hour per 37 hours worked, up to 7 days a year. Employers with 25–99 employees: 1 hour per 43 hours, up to 5 days. Employers with 24 or fewer: 1 hour per 87 hours, up to 3 days. Leave starts accruing at hire and can be used after 90 days, for the employee's or a family member's health needs and for domestic violence-related needs.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.