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- June 30, 2020
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A DC Superior Court judge denied June 30 defense counsel’s request for their client’s release, scheduling another status conference instead.
Michael Starks was charged with unlawful possession of a firearm with a prior conviction and possession of a large capacity ammunition feeding device on April 22 following an incident that occurred the previous day on the 2300 block of North Capitol Street, NW.
The police arrested Starks after receiving a complaint that he had a firearm with him near his apartment. When officers responded to the scene, Starks attempted to flee into his apartment. He then tried to jump across balconies to avoid being arrested.
Starks previously waived his right to a hearing that would determine if there was enough evidence to move forward with the case because his arresting officers found a gun on his person when he was charged.
Rachel McCoy, Starks’ attorney, requested his release, but Judge Julie Becker denied the motion. McCoy then requested an additional status conference to evaluate the case.
Starks’ next court appearance is scheduled for July 16.