A stabbing defendant pleaded not guilty to all charges in front of DC Superior Court Judge Lynn Leibovitz on July 23.
Antonio Nicks, 32, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon, possession of a prohibited weapon, and simple assault for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal stabbing that injured one individual. The incident occurred on Feb. 16 at the DC Jail on the 1900 block of D Street, SE.
According to court documents, Nicks allegedly attacked the victim as he was standing around a group of inmates. When the victim ran away following the stabbing, Nicks is alleged to have chased after another inmate, though it is unclear if he sustained injuries.
At the hearing, Vernice Holt, Nicks’ newly appointed attorney, alerted the court of his intent to plead not guilty to all charges and asserted his constitutional rights, including the right to a speedy trial.
Parties are slated to reconvene Sept. 4.
