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Judge Holds 3 Defendants During Initial Hearings

During initial hearings on Sept. 24, DC Superior Court Judge James Crowell released 32 defendants, postponed four initial hearings and held three defendants in DC Jail.

One defendant is being held for a domestic violence case with an underlying charge of simple assault. The judge said the defendant should be held due to the nature of the case and the violation of a recently implemented stay-away order.

The defendant’s next hearing is scheduled for Oct. 13.

Another defendant is a fugitive from the state of Maryland with an underlying charge of burglary. The defendant was deemed a loss of contact and is being held in order for Maryland officials to pick him up.

A third defendant is also a fugitive in the state of Maryland. The defendant is also charged with misdemeanor sexual abuse in DC. He is being held due to his lengthy criminal history and the fact that many of his previous cases involved minors. In his fugitive case, he is being held in order for Maryland officials to pick him up.  

Four initial hearings were postponed due to the defendants currently being in the hospital. The defendants’ cases will be reviewed on Sept. 25.

Eight other defendants were charged in domestic violence cases. The underlying charges included simple assault, threats to do bodily harm, second-degree theft, hate crime and contempt. Six were released with stay-away orders and two were released with a no harassing, assaulting, threatening or stalking (HATS) order toward the alleged victims.  

Three other defendants with fugitivity charges were also heard by Judge Crowell. One defendant is wanted in Maryland for a robbery charge. Another defendant is wanted in Florida for a burglary charge and the third is wanted in Virginia for failing to register as a sex offender and for being in possession of drug paraphernalia. All were released with orders to turn themselves in to the demanding jurisdictions as soon as possible.

Ten defendants with felony charges were also released. Charges included distribution and production of fentanyl, unlawful possession of weapons with a prior conviction, unlawful possession of ammunition, second-degree burglary, possession with intent to distribute cocaine and heroin, carrying a firearm without a license and having an unregistered firearm.

Finally, eight defendants with misdemeanor charges were released. The charges included possession of heroin, threats against a government official, destruction of property less than $1,000, sexual abuse and theft.

Judge Issues Bench Warrant During Probation, Pretrial Hearings

A DC Superior Court judge continued hearings, issued a bench warrant and terminated a defendant’s probation during pretrial and probation hearings on Sept. 22.

Judge Julie Becker Issues a bench warrant for Marquis Hicks after he failed to appear in court. 

Hicks is on probation for conspiracy, assault with a dangerous weapon and robbery while armed for an offence that occurred in 2010. 

Hicks’ attorney, April Downs, said she had not had any contact with the defendant. Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA) has also been unable to contact Hicks since late July. 

Judge Becker sentenced Davon Childs to 30 days plus one day of supervised release, for bail violations.

Childs, 33, was on supervised release for carrying a pistol without a license in 2015. 

According to CSOSA, Childs had been a loss of contact since August. 

Defense attorney Bruce Cooper asked for Childs’ release, arguing that the defendant’s probation was about to expire anyway.

The prosecutor requested a probation revocation and 60 days because of Childs’ history of failing to comply and failing to appear in court. Childs had failed to appear in court three times and had been brought in on three separate bench warrants. 

Judge Becker continued a burglary defendant’s pretrial show cause hearing after he fell out of compliance from May 27 to Sept. 17. The defendant’s GPS monitoring device was also turned off for unknown reasons.

Kareem Watkins, 43, is charged with first-degree burglary for taking property from a residence in DC. Watkins, a resident of Riverdale MD, was arrested on Jan. 31. 

Judge Becker scheduled two hearings for Watkins, including a review hearing on Sept. 23, to make sure the defendant has a new GPS monitor installed and a new pretrial show cause hearing for Oct. 9. 

Judge Becker discharged another defendant’s pretrial show cause hearing.

Matthew Russell, 50, is charged with attempted threats to do bodily harm. The defendant did not appear in court because he is currently in a mental health treatment program.

Russell’s attorney, Andrew Ain, said he is currently homeless and has no address, making it impossible for him to verify his address. Pretrial Service Agency (PSA) said Russell has been contacting them by phone. 

Russell’s next hearing is scheduled for Jan. 21.

Judge Becker continued another pretrial show cause hearing for a defendant charged with possession of a controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia. 

Garvanni McGriff, 30, did not appear in court. According to PSA, the defendant had been a loss of contact from Aug. 21 to Sept. 17. 

Since McGriff had come back into compliance, Judge Becker chose to continue his case on Oct. 6. 

Judge Becker continued a pretrial show cause hearing for an assault defendant.

Lawrence Brown, 53, is charged with assault for a stabbing on the 3600 block of 14th Street, NW, on May 31.

According to PSA, Brown had never contacted the agency by phone. 

Defense attorney Elizabeth Weller said Brown’s phone had been turned off for several months but had just been turned back on. 

Judge Becker ordered Brown to report to PSA in-person once, then report by phone every week. 

Brown’s next hearing is scheduled for Oct. 8. 

Judge Becker continued a pretrial show cause hearing for a defendant charged with possession with intent to distribute PCP, possession of a large capacity ammunition feeding device, attempted possession with intent to distribute Cocaine and a bail violation, in three separate cases. 

Paul Nunnally, 27, has violated his home confinement order 17 times since he was released under the High Intensity Supervision Program (HISP.) 

Nunnally’s attorney, Elizabeth Weller said her client has had trouble staying on home confinement in the past but hasn’t had any violations in the last month. 

Judge Becker told the defendant to stay at home, charge his GPS monitor and check in with PSA every wednesday. Nunnally’s next hearing is scheduled for Oct. 19.

Judge Becker continued an assault defendant’s probation show cause hearing in order for him to receive in-patient drug treatment. 

Amadu Fomah, 33, was charged with simple assault, disorderly conduct and threatening to kidnap or injure a person in 2018. 

Since Fomah is currently receiving treatment, Judge Becker scheduled a new show cause hearing date for Nov. 24. 

Judge Becker continued a probation show cause hearing for a firearm defendant. 

Robert Brandon, 20, was charged with carrying a pistol outside a home or business, possession of an unregistered firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition, receiving stolen property, unauthorized use of a vehicle and driving without a permit. 

Brandon has complied with all of his release conditions. 

His next court date is scheduled for Feb. 17. 

Judge Sentences Defendant to Probation

On Sept. 23, a DC Superior Court judge sentenced an assault defendant to six months of probation. 

Danyale Green, 34, pleaded guilty to destruction of property less than $1,000 and leaving after colliding. As part of a plea deal with the prosecution, her other charge of assault with a dangerous weapon was dropped.

Judge Michael Ryan sentenced Green to 30 days for destruction of property and 45 days for leaving after colliding. He suspended the entirety of both sentences. Green will have to serve six months of probation. She will also be required to undergo mental health assessments while on probation. 

A victim talked about the medical and auto bills she had to pay as a result of this incident during the Sept. 23 hearing. 

However, Judge Ryan was not presented with any doctor bills. Therefore, he gave the prosecution 14 days to file for restitution. 

Judge Sentences Drug Possession Defendant to Probation Under Youth Act

On Sept. 23, a DC Superior Court judge sentenced a drug possession defendant to 24-months of probation under the Youth Rehabilitation Act (YRA.)

Derek Prince pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute cocaine back in August. As part of the plea agreement, the prosecution dropped a possession of drug paraphernalia and a distribution of cocaine charge. 

Judge Craig Iscoe also sentenced Prince, 26, to 20 months with time suspended and three years of supervised release. While on his 24-month probation sentence, Prince must take part in drug and alcohol testing. He must also maintain employment and must pursue further educational opportunities. 

The prosecution asked for Prince to not be sentenced under the act because he has been sentenced under it three times before. 

However, Judge Iscoe was willing to give Prince one more chance based on his pretrial compliance. Because Prince was sentenced under the YRA, his case will effectively be sealed once he completes his requirements. 

Prince must also pay $100 to the Victims of Violent Crime fund, which is under the Crime Victim’s Compensation Program. He also has 18 months to do 50 hours of community service.

Judge Continues Mental Observation Hearing for Defendant

A DC Superior Court judge continued a mental observation hearing for a defendant accused of stabbing a child. 

Devonte Wright is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed for allegedly stabbing a two year-old victim on May 27 on the 1700 Block of Benning Road, NE. 

On Aug. 27, Judge Neal Kravitz found Wright, 21, competent to stand trial following a report by the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH). However, the defense objected to the findings and chose to have another study conducted by their own psychologist. Judge Kravitz agreed to the request, setting a four week deadline for it to get done.

During the Sept. 24 hearing, Wright’s attorneys Madeline Harvey and Laura Rose asked Judge Neal Kravitz for additional time to allow for competency restoration.  An order for a full competency examination was also made.

Reports will be exchanged between the defense and prosecution on Nov. 16.

Judge Kravitz scheduled a status hearing for Nov. 20 and another mental observation hearing for Dec. 10.

Judge Schedules New Hearing for Robbery Case

On Sept. 24, a DC Superior Court judge re-scheduled a hearing to determine if a robbery case has enough evidence to go to trial. 

Juan Morris is charged with robbery for allegedly taking a victim’s cell phone on July 22. The victim was having the suspect’s car towed from her private parking space on the 300 block of G Street, SW, according to court documents. The defendant then allegedly grabbed the victim’s phone and ran towards 4th Street, SW. 

Morris’ preliminary hearing was scheduled for Sept. 24. However, defense attorney Sara Kopecki’s car broke down on the way to court. Judge Rainey Brandt chose to schedule a new preliminary hearing for Sept 29.  

Morris, 33, has been held at DC Jail since his arrest. 

Document: Suspects Arrested for Assault With A Dangerous Weapon

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) arrested three suspects in connection with an assault with a dangerous weapon that happened on Sept. 20.

At around 8:24 p.m., three suspects allegedly assaulted a victim on the 1000 block of Wisconsin Avenue, NW. One allegedly brandished a handgun and threatened the victim. They were apprehended by responding officers. 


Victims Address Defendant At Sentencing

A DC Superior court judge sentenced a defendant on theft and financial exploitation charges.

Judge Robert Solerno sentenced Jasmine Worthy to serve a total of 60 days at DC Jail followed by 15 years of probation. She must also pay a total of $58,465 in restitution.

Worthy, 55, was sentenced in three cases during the Sept. 23 hearing. 

In her first case, Judge Solerno sentenced the defendant to serve 30 days for the financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult or elderly person. 

In her second case, Worthy will serve 15 days for each of three second-degree theft charges, and five days for the fourth. In her third case, she will serve 15 days for second-degree theft.

The sentences in each case will run consecutively.

“[The defendant’s actions are] so calculating, so callus [and] caused so much pain,” the prosecutor said during the Sept. 23 hearing.

The prosecution recounted how Worthy conned several vulnerable adults out of thousands of dollars. Worthy promised the victims apartments, but none received what was promised, nor did they receive refunds. 

The money transferred to Worthy was funneled to different bank accounts and used to benefit the defendant. 

Worthy would provide fake names and numbers to the victims when they began to question where their money was going. Worthy would also claim their money was being held by a third party and could not be refunded until the transactions were complete.

One victim, who was pregnant at the time, was evicted with her young daughter and forced to live in a shelter. 

The prosecutor argued how Worthy understood the precarious situations of these victims, occasionally meeting their families and learning about their lives. 

“I looked at Jasmine like family,” one victim said. “We are trying to help our families… all of us should stick together, but instead she hurt us.” 

“I am still facing eviction,” said another victim.

Defense attorney David Richter argued his client had taken responsibility for her crimes early on in the case and that she wants to do the right thing. He argued she has a large support system that would aid her through probation. 

Worthy has been receiving mental health treatment since March and has been diagnosed with cancer. Richter argued serving a lengthy jail sentence could be detrimental to her health and would then prevent her from making restitution payments. 

Judge Solerno set her monthly payments to $960. However, he scheduled a probation review hearing for Sept. 23 of next year to revisit this order. 

Worthy also had an opportunity to address the court and her victims. 

“I’ve listened to every word,” Worthy said. “I’d like to apologize to everyone… I’m not a bad person–I’ve only tried to give my life to helping everyone…I apologize for anything that came off the wrong way.”

She said how she’s carried the weight of many people with her for a long time, but thanks to therapy she has been able to get help. 

“If anything, I hurt me too,” said Worthy. 

Judge Solerno weighed the option of deferring the sentence until Worthy received her biopsy report. However, after conferring with his client, Richter stated to the court that Worthy would like to move forward with the sentencing today. 

“I’m not sure [Worthy] fully gets what she’s done here,” said Judge Solerno. “She describes this as ‘bad choices’ …. She says she feels like a victim.” 

Defendant Takes Plea Deal for Weapon Possession

A defendant entered into a guilty plea with the prosecution on Sept. 23.

Andre Johnson, 19, pleaded guilty to carrying a pistol without a license outside a home or business.

In exchange, the prosecution dropped his other charges of unlawful possession of ammunition, possession of an unregistered firearm and possession of an ammunition feeding device. 

Johnson’s attorney, Joseph Molina, said he wanted to go straight into sentencing. However, Molina said he wants his client sentenced under the Youth Rehabilitation Act (YRA), which requires a pre-sentence report.  

Judge John Campbell advised Johnson to continue to comply so the prosecution will not oppose a probation sentence. He scheduled Johnson’s sentencing for Dec. 8. 

Court Sets Date for Hearing in Sexual Assault Case

On Sept. 22, a DC Superior Court judge ruled that a sex offense case has enough evidence to go to trial. 

The defendant is charged with assault with intent to commit first-degree sexual abuse.

According to court documents, the victim said she was walking to a gas station on St. Elizabeth’s campus, located on the 2700 block of Martin Luther King Avenue, SE on July 11 when the assault happened. The defendant allegedly exposed himself to the victim and continued to follow her after she told him to leave her alone. The defendant allegedly grabbed the victim’s hair and knocked her to the ground and began to remove her clothes.

A witness noticed the event and called the police.   

During the Sept. 22 preliminary hearing, a Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) detective testified that another officer showed the victim a photo array of suspects. The victim was able to positively identify the defendant with 100 percent confidence. 

Defense attorney Prescott Loveland questioned the accuracy of the evidence citing a nine-minute discrepancy between the video surveillance and the 911 call and inconsistencies with the victim’s story. He also argued the description provided by the witness and victim matched several other males in the area, citing audio from an MPD Body Worn Camera (BWC.) 

Judge Edelman said his reasoning for this ruling is based on the police report, which displays elements of sexual assault and the confident identification of the defendant by the victim. He disagreed with Loveland’s argument that inconsistency with the victim’s story does not constitute probable cause. 

The prosecution submitted several documents into evidence, including a composite of video surveillance and audio of the 911 recording. These documents contributed to Judge Todd Edelman’s decision to find probable cause. 

“Inconsistencies [are to] be expected given the traumatic nature of this case,” said Judge Edelman. 

The prosecutor argued that the defendant should remain held in DC Jail, saying the defendant has shown a pattern of troubling behavior when reviewing the defendant’s prior offenses. The offenses included the being kicked out of a shelter, an assault with a dangerous weapon charge, three bench warrants and two accounts of simple assault. 

However, Loveland pointed out that most of his client’s priors were misdemeanors. He also said his client has a strong support system of family and employment connections in the community to warrant high-intensity probation. Loveland also noted that due to COVID-19, trials are on hold.

While Judge Edelman did acknowledge Loveland’s point regarding how COVID-19 has affected trials, he agreed with the prosecution’s argument on the defendant’s pattern of increasingly violent acts. He also noted the defendant’s support system has not prevented the recent criminal acts.  

The defendant’s next hearing, a felony status conference, is scheduled for Nov. 23.

Judge Issues 2 Bench Warrants in Felony Cases During Show Cause Hearings

On Sept. 24, a DC Superior Court judge presided over seven pretrial and probation show cause hearings as well as a bench warrant return hearing. 

Thomas White did not show up to his pretrial show cause hearing. In his first case, White is charged with prisoner escape. While on pretrial release for that case, he was re-arrested for second-degree burglary for allegedly stealing power tools from a construction site. 

White, 59, has not been compliant with the Pretrial Services Agency (PSA) and has continued to pick up charges. The prosecution asked Judge Julie Becker to issue a bench warrant for the defendant’s arrest. 

Due to White’s continued noncompliance, Judge Becker agreed to the request. 

Christian Worley, 38, was also absent from her pretrial hearing. Worley is charged with carrying a pistol without a license outside a home or business. 

PSA reported that Worley has not been in contact with them since her arrest in April and has missed all weekly call-ins. 

Judge Becker decided to issue a bench warrant for her arrest as well. 

Marcus Brockington called in late to his pretrial show cause hearing. Brockington, 19, is charged with assault with serious bodily injury for allegedly attacking his victim to the point of unconsciousness at the Stadium Armory Metro Station on March 18. 

Defense attorney Randy McDonald said that his client’s loss of contact with PSA was due to complications from the COVID-19 pandemic. McDonald said Brockington is living with high-risk family members who would be susceptible to the virus. 

The defendant told Judge Becker that he was concerned about appearing in person today because he was scared of possibly infecting his family inadvertently. 

Judge Becker ruled that Brockington must call-in weekly to PSA and that he must appear in person in court for his next hearing. 

Teenia Knott, 33, did show up to her probation show cause hearing. Knott pleaded guilty to driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs on Aug. 23, 2019. 

As part of her probation requirements, she has to undergo drug and alcohol treatment and GPS monitoring. Her probation officer has sent in reports of frequent breaks in curfew, which she said she believes is dangerous for Knott’s recovery. 

The defendant tested negative on her last drug spot-test two days ago, so Judge Becker continued the show cause hearing for 60 days to ensure she continues to comply. 

Kevin Jackson, 46, is charged with unlawful possession of liquid PCP. 

The PSA originally reported that Jackson has been a loss of contact, but he has started reporting regularly over the past three weeks.  

Judge Becker discharged the show cause hearing since the defendant has started being compliant with his release conditions. 

Tyche Briscoe, 28, is charged with distribution of crack cocaine.

The defendant has had sporadic contact with PSA and mental health services. Briscoe said  he did not own a phone until this past week. 

Judge Becker ruled to continue the show cause hearing until next month to check on Briscoe’s compliance now that he has a phone. 

Reginald Gardner, 23, is charged with carrying a pistol outside a home or business. 

The PSA said that Gardner has only reported 4 out of the 13 weeks he was expected to and always from a different phone number. Defense attorney Joseph Yarbough said that he also has trouble getting in contact with his client because he did not have his own cell phone. 

Judge Becker decided to discharge the show cause because Gardner said he now has a way to check in regularly. 

A walk-in bench warrant case was seen by Judge Becker today in between her show cause hearings. Ricardo Lewis is charged with unauthorized use of a vehicle and was arraigned today by Judge Becker. 

Lewis was not aware until yesterday that he had an outstanding bench warrant and he immediately turned himself in. 

Judge Becker chose to release him on the condition that he report to PSA weekly by phone. 

Document: Suspect Arrested for May Homicide

Metropolitan Police Police (MPD) detectives arrested a suspect in conncetion with a homicide that occrred on the 4000 block of South Capitol Terrace, SW. 

Nathaniel Bates, 35, was arrested for first-degree murder while armed in the death of 28 year-old Eddie Christ.

On May 8 at around 8:05 a.m., MPD officers responded to a reported shooting where they found Christ suffering from gunshot wounds. He later died in the hospital after all life-saving efforts failed. 

Bates’ previous arrest record includes possession of an unregistered firearm, unlawful possession of a firearm, carrying a pistol without a licence, possession of a large capacity of ammunition feeding device, assault on a police officer, resisting arrest, possession with intent to distribute marijuana, fleeing from law enforcement in a motor vehicle, assault with a dangerous weapon, discharging firearms and assault with intent to kill. 

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Document: Suspect Sought for Robbery and Assault

Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) seek the public’s help identifying and location the suspect or an assault with intent to commit first-degree sexual abuse offense and a robbery offense that happened on Sept. 23.

At around 5:05 p.m., a suspect approached the victim on the 900 block of North Capitol Street, NW. The suspect assaulted her and assaulted her in an attempt to commit a sexual act. He then took property from her and fled the scene.

The suspect is described as a tall black male with a muscular build and a bald head. He was last seen wearing blue overalls.

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Judge Holds 7 of 27 Defendants During Initial Hearings

On Sept. 23, DC Superior Court Judge James Crowell released 20 defendants and held seven defendants in DC Jail during their initial hearings. 

Three defendants charged with assault were held by Judge Crowell.

Isaac Edwards, 32, is charged with simple assault, attempted threats to do bodily harm and destruction of property less than $1,000. Edwards’ attorney asked for the defendant’s release under the High Intensity Supervision Program (HISP).

“There is no convincing evidence that he would reappear in court,” Judge Crowell said. He said the seriousness of the defendant’s crimes and criminal history make it impossible for any conditions to ensure the public safety. 

The second assault defendant is charged with simple assault, unlawful entry and obstructing justice in a domestic violence case. The defendant allegedly broke into the victim’s home and punched the pregnant woman in the stomach.

The defendant’s attorney asked for his release under HISP. Judge Crowell denied the request, saying that there is no condition or combination of conditions that could ensure the safety of the victim. 

Ouethy Kadji, 32, is charged with simple assault and second-degree theft after allegedly attempting to take items from a 7-11 convenience store on the 1900 block of Wyoming Avenue, NW and then striking a worker in the eye. 

At his hearing, Kadji acted strangely and spoke to himself without acknowledging the judge. Judge Crowell held Kadji so that he could receive a mental health screening on Oct. 8. 

A domestic violence defendant was also held by Judge Crowell. The defendant is charged with contempt, violating conditions of release and violating a Temporary Protective Order (TPO). 

Judge Crowell said he could not release the defendant because there would be no way to adequately protect the individual who the defendant was ordered to stay away from. 

Isaiah Allen, 26, is charged with destruction of property less than $1,000 and unlawful entry onto private property. Probable cause was determined in his case and a hold was deemed necessary by Judge Crowell. 

Defense attorney Jonathan Armstrong requested Allen’s release, explaining that Allen had a construction job and two children to care for. Judge Crowell explained his decision to hold Allen, saying the defendant had not complied with any of his conditions of release including getting a GPS monitor installed. 

Two defendants were held in DC Jail for authorities from Delaware and Maryland to pick them up. 

Christopher Brisco was held on underlying weapons charges from Delaware.

Tavante Robinson was held for Maryland authorities to pick him up, but he is also facing separate charges in DC.

Judge Crowell issued a bench warrant for Allen O’Brien, 27, who is being charged with armed robbery. The defendant failed to appear in court.

O’brien’s attorney asked for her client to be given another chance because he has had family issues. 

Judge Crowell said, given the nature of the offense and O’Brien being released after his last bench warrant, he had no choice but to issue another bench warrant. 

Judge Crowell also issued a bench warrant for a defendant who failed to report to Pretrial Services Agency (PSA) to have a GPS monitor installed. Vincent James, 36, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence.

Of those released, seven defendants were charged with assault. Five were issued stay-away orders and one was issued a stay-away order and no Harassing, Assaulting, Threatening or Stalking (HATS) order. 

Three defendants charged with destruction of property were released.

Eight more defendants were released. Two were released after being brought in on bench warrants. One was issued a bench warrant after failing to appear at his arraignment in 2018. The second defendant was brought in on two bench warrants after failing to appear at his hearing in 2019.

Judge Crowell also released two defendants, charged with being fugitives from justice, ordering them to turn themselves in to the demanding jurisdictions. 

One final defendant had his hearing rescheduled because he was in the hospital.

Parties Schedule 2-Day Hearing for Murder Case

On Sept. 22, a DC Superior Court judge scheduled a two-day preliminary hearing for a first-degree murder defendant.

Kyree Fields is charged with first-degree murder while armed in the death of Keith Rawlings. Rawlings, 23, was shot to death on July 26 on the 800 block of Chesapeake Street, SE. 

According to court documents, Fields, 20, was identified by surveillance footage and arrested on Sept. 9. He has been held at DC Jail since his arrest.

Defense attorney Kevann Gardner requested a two-day preliminary hearing to determine if the case has enough evidence to go to trial. 

He also requested access to the Body Worn Camera footage from the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) as soon as possible. 

“There might be hours of camera footage to go through and it would not be reasonable for us to receive that during the hearing,” said Gardner. 

Judge Michael O’Keefe asked Gardner to formally petition Judge Juliet McKenna, the case judge, to order the release of the footage. 

Fields’s preliminary hearing is scheduled for Oct. 26 and Oct. 27.