Judgment for Possessory by Consent – Washington DC

The “Judgment for Possessory by Consent” form, utilized by the Civil Division’s Landlord and Tenant Branch of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia, facilitates a consensual resolution between landlords and tenants in cases of rent disputes or eviction proceedings. This document outlines the agreed-upon terms and conditions under which a tenant can avoid eviction by adhering to a payment schedule and other obligations. Judgment for Possessory by Consent ensures that both parties understand and agree to the terms set forth, promoting clarity and fairness in resolving landlord-tenant disputes.

Follow these steps to complete the form accurately.

Step-by-Step Instruction

1. Header Information

• Plaintiff(s): Write the full name(s) of the landlord(s).
• Defendant(s): Write the full name(s) of the tenant(s).
• Case Number: Enter the case number provided by the court.

2. Judgment for Possession by Consent

• No action needed; this section is a directive for the court clerk.

3. Tenant Obligations

• Rent Payments
  • Enter the specific rent amounts and due dates for up to five payments.
    • Example: “1. Monthly rent of $1200 by June 30, 2024.”
  • Court Costs
    • Enter the amount of court costs the tenant must pay to the landlord.
      • Example: “Court costs of $150.”

4. Landlord Obligations

• Repairs
  • If the landlord agrees to make repairs, check the box and attach Addendum A with details of the required repairs and their completion dates.

5. Remedies

• This section outlines the consequences if the tenant fails to make the agreed payments. No action is needed here unless instructed by the court.

6. Payments

• Direct Payments to Landlord or Court Registry

• Check the appropriate box:
  • Option A: If payments are to be made directly to the landlord.
  • Option B: If payments are to be made into the Registry of the Court until repairs are completed.
• Payment Methods
  • Follow the instructions for acceptable payment methods and note the different options for non-cash payments.

7. Other Information

• Fill in any additional terms or conditions agreed upon by both parties in this section.

8. Signatures and Approvals

• Tenant/Attorney for Tenant

• Tenant or their attorney must sign and provide their address, telephone number, bar number (if applicable), and email address.

• Landlord/Attorney for Landlord
  • Landlord or their attorney must sign and provide their address, telephone number, bar number (if applicable), and email address.
• Judge’s Approval
  • This section is for the judge’s signature and date of approval.

Detailed Field Descriptions

• Plaintiff(s): Full names of the landlord(s).
• Case Number: Unique identifier for the case.
• Defendant(s): Full names of the tenant(s).
• Tenant Obligations
  • List each rent payment with the amount and due date.
  • Enter the total amount of court costs.
• Landlord Obligations
  • Check if the landlord agrees to make repairs and attach Addendum A.
• Payments

• • Check whether payments go directly to the landlord or into the court registry.
  • Follow the instructions for making non-cash payments.

Example

If you are a tenant named John Doe, renting from landlord Jane Smith, here is how you might fill out parts of the form:

• Plaintiff(s): Jane Smith
• Case Number: 2024-LT-123456
• Defendant(s): John Doe
• Tenant Obligations:
  • 1. Monthly rent of $1200 by June 30, 2024.
  • 2. Monthly rent of $1200 by July 31, 2024.
  • 3. Monthly rent of $1200 by August 31, 2024.
  • 4. Monthly rent of $1200 by September 30, 2024.
  • 5. Monthly rent of $1200 by October 31, 2024.
  • Court costs of $150.
• Landlord Obligations
  • If repairs are needed, check the box and attach a detailed Addendum A.
• Payments
  • Check Box A for direct payments to the landlord.
• Signatures
  • Tenant/Attorney for Tenant: John Doe, 123 Main St, Washington, DC, (202) 555-1234, john.doe@example.com
  • Landlord/Attorney for Landlord: Jane Smith, 456 Elm St, Washington, DC, (202) 555-5678, jane.smith@example.com

Tips

• Ensure all information is accurate and complete.
• Attach any required addenda, such as Addendum A for repairs.
• Review the form with your attorney, if possible, to ensure you understand and agree to all terms.

By following these steps, you can fill out this form correctly, helping to ensure a clear and enforceable agreement between the landlord and tenant.