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Marissa Stambaugh
, Kelsey Ball - October 8, 2024
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On Oct. 4, DC Superior Court Judge Raffinan allowed a stabbing defendant to remain on probation as he awaits further proceedings in a Maryland case.
On Feb. 3, 2017, Antoine Cartwright, 33, pleaded guilty to assault with intent to kill while armed and first-degree burglary for his involvement in a stabbing that injured an individual on Sept. 8, 2016, on the 700 block of Brandywine Street SE.
Cartwright’s probation was extended following his re-arrest for an unspecified matter in Maryland to which he pleaded guilty. The probation officer requested revocation of probation with the consent of the prosecution, but with opposition from the defense.
The probation officer said the nature of Cartwright’s crimes and his re-arrest in Maryland brings up compliance issues. The prosecution said that early termination of probation should not be an option.
Defense attorney Lee Goebes said Cartwright has been in compliance with his probation terms despite his Maryland arrest, and has completed domestic violence courses.
Judge Raffinan ruled to continue Cartwright’s probation and emphasized he has less than a year left but if he has any more infractions his probation will be terminated.
There were no new court dates set.