District of Columbia resignation acknowledgment for employers
A resignation acknowledgment confirms you received an employee's resignation and sets out the last day and final pay details. Here is what changes when the employee works in District of Columbia.
District of Columbia rules that affect this form
| Final pay when an employee quits | By the next regular payday or within 7 days of quitting, whichever comes first. |
|---|---|
| Unused vacation / PTO at separation | No statute requires payout; it depends on the employer's policy or contract, and promised vacation is generally treated as earned wages. Verify |
What to include
- Date the resignation was received and the employee's last working day
- Whether you will accept the notice period or end employment earlier
- When and how the final paycheck will be paid
- How unused PTO will be handled
- Return of company property and next steps for benefits
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Frequently asked questions
Is there an official District of Columbia resignation acknowledgment form?
District of Columbia does not publish one required resignation acknowledgment for private employers. Use a clear template and make sure it reflects the District of Columbia rules on this page.
When is a final paycheck due in District of Columbia?
If the employer ends employment: By the next working day after discharge. If the employee quits: By the next regular payday or within 7 days of quitting, whichever comes first.
Does District of Columbia require paying out unused vacation?
No statute requires payout; it depends on the employer's policy or contract, and promised vacation is generally treated as earned wages.
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