Non-compete map · District of Columbia
Dentist non-compete rules in District of Columbia
The District bars non-competes below a high, inflation-adjusted income threshold (about $162,000 in 2026; about $270,000 for medical specialists) and requires written notice.
General rule for employees; no dentist-specific statute · D.C. Code §32-581.01 et seq. · verified 2026-09-12
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General information only, not legal advice. Non-compete law changes frequently, healthcare-specific rules apply in several states, and non-solicitation, tail-coverage and repayment terms are separate obligations. Have a licensed attorney in your state review your agreement before you rely on any of this.
To see what a radius covers around a practice in District of Columbia, and the rule for your own agreement date, draw it on the non-compete map.
Practice owners comparing a template: the employer contract benchmark.