Domestic Violence Shooting Defendant  Remains in Jail

By Cameron Horne - October 18, 2024
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A shooting defendant waived his right to a preliminary hearing on Oct. 17, and was denied release conditions by DC Superior Court Judge Heide Herrmann. 

Marquise Vauss, 21, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, unlawful possession of a firearm by a convict and carrying a pistol without a license for his alleged involvement in two domestic violence incidents, on the 1700 block of D street NE. 

According to court documents, on Sept. 17, Vauss slapped the victim, identified as his girlfriend, in her apartment and fired three shots at her vehicle as she drove away. Additionally, on Oct. 9, Vauss allegedly punched the victim in the face after she denied him money to purchase marijuana.

During the proceeding, Vauss waived his right to a preliminary hearing, and Anthony Smith, Vauss’ attorney, argued he should be released as he awaits future court dates.

Smith argued that Vauss had a support system and place to live in the community through his mother, had a steady job, and Vauss’ girlfriend, the complainant in this case, had indicated Vauss would be allowed to live with her again.

The prosecution opposed release conditions citing Vauss’ criminal history and the seriousness of the offense as reasons the community would not be safe with Vauss on release.

Ultimately, Judge Herrmann agreed with the prosecution and denied Vauss’ release.

Parties are scheduled for next on Oct. 24.