D.C. Code § 22-937: Civil penalties for financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult or elderly person.

(a)

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, if the Attorney General has reason to believe that any person has violated, or intends to violate, § 22-933.01(a), the Attorney General may bring a civil action in the Court, in the name of the District, to seek any of the following:

(1)

A temporary or permanent injunction;

(2)

Restitution of money or property;

(3)

The cost of the action, including reasonable attorney's fees;

(4)

(A)

Revocation of all permits, licenses, registrations, or certifications issued by the District authorizing the person to provide services to vulnerable adults or elderly persons.

(B)

Such a revocation shall be effective upon the issuance of the Court's judgment, and the person shall not be entitled to a hearing with the relevant licensing board or agency;

(5)

Civil penalties of not more than $10,000 per violation; and

(6)

Any other relief the Court considers just.

(b)

In an action under this section:

(1)

A related criminal proceeding need not have been initiated, nor judgment secured, prior to bringing the action;

(2)

The Attorney General shall not be required to prove damages; and

(3)

The burden of proof shall be by a preponderance of the evidence.