§ 8–1731.05. Entry and inspection.

(a) To ensure compliance with this chapter, the Mayor may, at any reasonable time and upon the presentation of appropriate credentials to, and with the consent of, the owner, operator, or person in charge:

(1) Enter any place to determine a person's compliance with this chapter or regulations promulgated pursuant to this chapter; and

(2) Inspect and copy any record, report, or other document or information related to compliance with this chapter or regulations promulgated pursuant to this chapter.

(b) If the Mayor is denied access to enter or inspect and copy records pursuant to subsection (a) of this section, the Mayor may apply to the Superior Court for the District of Columbia for a search warrant.