Defendant Sentenced to Time Served

By D.C. Witness Staff - July 15, 2020
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On July 15, a DC Superior Court judge sentenced a defendant to time served after he reached a plea agreement with the prosecution. 

Donnell Wilkinson pleaded guilty to second-degree theft and attempted threats to do bodily harm. As part of the plea deal, his other charges of contempt, unlawful entry and a bail violation were dropped. 

Judge Ronna Beck sentenced the defendant to time served at the request of the defense and the prosecution. Both parties cited Wilkinson’s previous inability to comply with probation conditions in the past.

The defense also mentioned Wilkinson’s blood disorder that puts him at higher risk for COVID-19.

Wilkinson said he knows he needs mental health services. Judge Beck suggested that he connect with the Public Defender Service. 

“I hope you can get some help and we won’t see you back again,” Judge Beck said. 

Wilkinson was arrested on April 28 for stealing items from an establishment on New Jersey Avenue, SE, threatening to kill an employee for getting in his way and fleeing the scene, documents state.