District of Columbia · D.C. Code — Title 22, Criminal Offenses and Penalties
D.C. Code Title 22 § 22-3312.02: Defacing or burning cross or religious symbol; display of certain emblems
What this law says, in plain English
It is unlawful to burn, desecrate, deface, or display hateful symbols (including burning crosses and Nazi swastikas) on religious, educational, residential, or public property in D.C. with intent to intimidate, threaten, or deprive persons of equal protection or rights.
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