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Employers are not required by federal law to give former employees their final paycheck immediately. Some states, however, may require immediate payment or payment within a specific time period.
In D.C., for voluntary discharge, the final paycheck is due the next regular payday or within seven days from the date of resigning, whichever is earlier. For involuntary termination, the final paycheck is due the next working day or four days after termination if an employee who is responsible for monies belonging to the employer. When the work of an employee is suspended as a result of a labor dispute, the final paycheck is due not later than the next regular payday. (D.C. Title 32, Chapter 13, §13-1303.)