D.C. Code § 38-213
The Family Division of the Superior Court is hereby given jurisdiction in all cases arising under this subchapter.
Feb. 4, 1925, 43 Stat. 808, ch. 140, Art. III, § 3
May 29, 1928, 45 Stat. 1006, ch. 908, § 26
July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 578, Pub. L. 91-358, title I,§ 159(g)
1973 Ed., § 31-213.
1981 Ed., § 31-413.
2001 Ed., § 38-209.