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By
Phoebe McConnell
- November 18, 2024
Daily Stories
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Non-Fatal Shooting
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DC Superior Court Judge Erik Christian extended the probation period for a non-fatal shooting defendant on Nov. 15 due to failure to complete a domestic violence program.
Taheim Parker, 22, pleaded guilty on Oct. 14, 2021, to unlawful discharge of a firearm and carrying a pistol without a license outside his home or business for his involvement in a non-fatal shooting that occurred on the 100 block of U Street, NE, on May 20, 2021. No injuries were reported in connection with the incident.
According to the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA), Parker has completed 90 hours of community service and paid the $100 and $50 fees to the Victims of Violent Crime Fund that were part of his probation conditions. However, he has not completed the required domestic violence program.
Defense attorney Sara Kopecki informed the court that Parker was enrolled in the program but was unsure when it starts or finishes. The prosecution pointed out that Parker has been enrolled in these programs before but has not shown up many times.
Parker is paying for the 16-hour program himself, which costs over $100, and is currently waiting for a referral. Parker’s probation was originally set to expire next month. Kopecki asked for a continuation so he could have time to complete the program.
Judge Christian said at least the court will know if Parker is enrolled and how far along he has gotten to satisfy the extension.
Parties are slated to reconvene on Feb. 7, 2025.