DC Superior Court Judge Michael Ryan terminated probation for stabbing a defendant at a review hearing on Feb. 23.
Donnell Jackson, 33, was sentenced on June 14, 2024 for assault with a dangerous weapon, assault with significant bodily injury, three counts of simple assault, and five counts of misdemeanor threats to do bodily harm. These charges stem from Jackson’s involvement in a stabbing that took place at the 500 block of D Street, NW on Nov. 11, 2023.
At a probation review hearing, a Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA) representative appeared via Webex and verified that Jackson was in compliance with her probation. Judge Ryan noted that the case was ongoing for an extended period of time and that this was Jackson’s last chance to remain compliant with the terms of her probation.
According to the CSOSA representative, Jackson made significant progress, securing stable housing and passing drug tests. The CSOSA representative described it as a “Full 180.” In light of this, Judge Ryan said he wanted to consider terminating Jackson’s probation immediately.
Jackson’s attorney, Gregg Baron, explained that Jackson had surgery scheduled on March 18 and he requested that her probation be terminated early to prevent any complications related to court supervision during her recovery period.
The prosecution requested that Jackson’s probation continue but be terminated on March 17 to ensure that her surgery goes smoothly. After considering this request, Judge Ryan decided to terminate Jackson’s probation effective immediately.
No future proceedings have been scheduled.
