On Aug. 4, a DC Superior Court judge continued a hearing to give a defense attorney more time to discuss a plea offer with his client.
Deswon Franklin, 24, is charged with simple assault and second-degree theft for allegedly punching a victim in the chest and then stealing the victim’s Apple Airpods on the 1000 block of Connecticut Avenue, NW on May 27. He also allegedly kicked officers while being arrested
Defense attorney Everald Thompson said the prosecution offered his client a plea deal, but he has not yet been able to contact Franklin about it. He said he followed DC Jail’s protocol for reaching out to clients, but was still unable to get in touch with him.
Thompson then asked to continue the hearing, saying he will keep trying to contact the defendant.
Judge John Campbell agreed, scheduling another hearing for Aug. 17.
