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DRAFT FOR ATTORNEY REVIEW — NOT FINAL

Block v. Gates, 68 A.2d 215 (1949)

Citation
Block v. Gates, 68 A.2d 215 (1949)
Parent Document
Block v. Gates, 68 A.2d 215 (1949)
Jurisdiction
DC (municipal)
Effective Date
1949-08-16

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Another point raised by the landlord in connection with the trial court’s finding of a rent overcharge involves the collection by the landlord of $32.50 described in the rental agreement with the husband as being “deposited as security.” The trial court held that this amount was exacted as additional rental over and above the $50 a month legally chargeable and accordingly awarded twice this amount, or $65, in connection with the counterclaim against the landlord.