Judge to Review Constitutional Issues for Inmate’s Release

By D.C. Witness Staff - April 20, 2020
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A judge agreed to review information regarding a murder defendant’s Constitutional rights before making a final decision on his release.

Devin Hill ,sometimes referred to as Devin Smith, is charged with first-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement in the shooting death of 28-year-old Michael Cunningham on the 3000 block of 30th Street, SE on Nov. 29, 2019.

Judge Danya Dayson found no factual support as to why Hill should be released but agreed to hear arguments about Hill’s Constitutional rights being violated and will file a written order.

On April 17, Hill’s defense attorney, Roderick Thompson, requested a continuance of the hearing until April 20 in order to make a determination on Hill’s health.

Hill was supposed to be examined by a doctor and the results would be provided to the prosecution. However, it is unclear whether or not Hill had the examination or not.

Hill is scheduled for a felony status conference on June 9.