Defendant’s Family Requests New Counsel in Assault Case 

By Aerial Lopez [former] - March 28, 2023
Court | Daily Stories | Domestic Violence |

DC Superior Court Judge Heidi M. Pasichow advised a non-fatal shooting defendant to become acquainted with his new attorney, before he requests a new one. 

The 37-year-old defendant is charged with one count of assault with a dangerous weapon and one count of assault with significant bodily injury. According to court documents, the defendant started a dispute with his child’s mother on the 2400 block of James Bank Road, SE which resulted in an assault.

On March 28, the defendant appeared in court for an ascertainment of counsel hearing. His original defense attorney, Kevin C. Robertson, was present along with his newly appointed counsel, Darryl Daniels II. 

Robertson ensured a smooth transition in the case. 

Daniels introduced himself to the court and informed Judge Pasichow that he believed the defendant’s family was actively seeking alternative counsel. 

Judge Pasichow advised the defendant against the appointment of new counsel before he had the time to meet with Daniels. “You cannot come into a courtroom without counsel,” said Judge Pasichow. 

The defendant attempted to represent himself at the start of the case. 

He is scheduled to return to court April 12 for another status hearing.