DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt heard a probation show cause hearing for a convicted stabbing defendant to monitor his release compliance on Feb. 4.
William Johnson, 42, is charged with assault with intent to kill for his alleged involvement in a stabbing. The incident occurred on Dec. 23, 2021 on the 2700 block of Langston Place, SE. Johnson was convicted for this offense on Feb. 23, 2022.
He appeared in front of Judge Brandt for a probation show cause hearing. During the proceeding, the Judge heard from a community supervision officer (CSO) from the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA)
The officer explained that Johnson is “making moves in a positive direction.” He testified that Johnson is currently searching for employment, living in transitional housing, and is enrolled in a DC Central Kitchen program, which allows individuals to get culinary experience.
“I’m proud of you,” Judge Brandt said to Johnson.
The CSO suggested that another hearing be scheduled to continue monitoring Johnson’s compliance with sobriety, search for employment, and his enrollment in DC Central Kitchen. There were no objections from the prosecution or Johnson’s defense attorney, Wole Falodun.
Parties are slated to reconvene on June 24.
