Judge Orders Inmate to Complete Quarantine Before Release

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A DC Superior Court judge ordered an inmate to complete a 14-day quarantine before deciding on his release.

Albert Badong is charged with simple assault and attempted possession of a prohibited weapon — hammer.

Judge Anita Josey-Herring is requiring Badong to complete a mandatory 14-day quarantine before ruling on his release.

It is unclear if Badong has been exposed to COVID-19 while incarcerated.

The hearing has been continued but a date has not been set.