D.C. Code § 19-308
When the intestate leaves no child, or descendant, the whole is divided equally between the father and mother or their survivor.
Sept. 14, 1965, 79 Stat. 698, Pub. L. 89-183, § 1
Sept. 10, 1966, 80 Stat. 738, Pub. L. 89-567, § 1
1973 Ed., § 19-308.
1981 Ed., § 19-308.