Carjacking Defendant Wants Amended Release to Prevent Eviction

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DC Superior Court Judge Heidi Pasichow didn’t ease the release conditions for a carjacking defendant on Feb. 10 but took the question under advisement.

Alvin Halmon-Daniels, 19, is charged with robbery while armed and armed carjacking for his alleged involvement in a carjacking on the 200 block of 13th Street, NE, on June 16, 2023.

On Jan. 25, Patrick Nowak, Halmon-Daniels’ attorney, filed a motion for bond review, following Halmon-Daniels’ release to home confinement since June 20, 2023.

Nowack highlighted Halmon-Daniels’ financial struggles and responsibility for supporting his mother. Additionally, Nowak emphasized that returning to the community to secure additional employment would help him provide for himself and his mother, while potentially preventing an impending eviction, reportedly set for Feb. 14.

The prosecution stated they had no objection to modifying the release terms if the defense could provide proof of the eviction notice and confirmed employment.

The defense couldn’t substantiate the basis of their request during the hearing.

Judge Pasichow maintained the current release conditions and is allowing the defense to submit the necessary documentation for her review.

A trial readiness date for trial is scheduled for Oct. 17.