In every case involving the condemnation of real property under this subchapter, at the close of the hearing thereof, the court shall fix a time in which the jury shall return its verdict or the report to the court the reasons why the verdict or appraisement can not be returned by the time fixed. The court has discretion to extend the time for the return of the verdict or appraisement.
(Dec. 23, 1963, 77 Stat. 575, Pub. L. 88-241, § 1.)
1981 Ed., § 16-1320.
1973 Ed., § 16-1320.
Structure District of Columbia Code
Title 16 - Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]
Subchapter II - Real Property for District of Columbia
§ 16–1311. Condemnation proceedings by District of Columbia
§ 16–1312. Juries for condemnation proceedings
§ 16–1313. Selection of jury; oath of jurors
§ 16–1314. Declaration of taking; contents; deposit; transfer of title; determination; interest
§ 16–1316. Time for surrender of possession under declaration of taking; adjustment of charges
§ 16–1317. Objections to jurors; appraisement
§ 16–1318. Objections or exceptions to appraisement; new jury
§ 16–1319. Payment of award; transfer of title