Domestic Violence Defendant Pleads Guilty, Gets Released

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On Aug. 4, a felony domestic violence defendant pleaded guilty to assault with significant bodily injury.

The defendant admitted that he injured a victim by punching her in the face.

“I was on meds, and I was off them for three days,” he said.

DC Superior Court Judge Julie Becker allowed the defendant to be released awaiting sentencing. His release conditions include complying with stay away orders.

The defendant is scheduled for sentencing on Oct. 9.