White House says homeless people in D.C. could be 'susceptible' to jail time

Law Enforcement & Regulations - Metropolitan Police Department will enforce existing laws regarding homelessness in Washington DC [2] - DC Code 221307 and DC Municipal Regulation 24100 authorize the police to act on homeless encampments [3] - Homeless individuals will be offered shelter, addiction, and mental health services [3][4] - Refusal of services may lead to fines or jail time [3][4] Potential Solutions & Future Plans - Exploring options to move homeless individuals far outside the city [4] - Focus on making DC safe and beautiful, including removing mentally disturbed individuals from encampments [3]