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By
Jenna Lee
- November 6, 2024
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DC Superior Court Judge Andrea Hertzfeld denied a motion to release a shooting defendant on Nov. 5.
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.
At the hearing, Anthony Smith, Vauss’ attorney, argued he should be released as he awaits future court dates. At previous hearings, Smith had 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.
Judge Hertzfeld asked if any circumstances had changed since she last denied his release and Smith said no. Judge Hertzfeld denied the motion.
Parties are set to reconvene on Nov. 13.