Judge Sets Several Dates in Murder Defendant’s Case

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During a felony arraignment March 3, a trial date and motions deadlines were set.

Herman Sylvester Williams, 28, is charged with second-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement in the shooting of 36 year-old William Boykin on the 2600 block of Birney Place, SE on May 28.

DC Superior Court Judge Danya Dayson scheduled a status date and an IPA hearing for March 31.

All other motions are due by July 2 and responses to the motions are due by July 17. 

Witness statements are  due by July 28. 

According to DC Courts, Williams is scheduled for a trial readiness hearing on July 31 and a motions hearing on Aug. 14.