Andrew Black pleaded not guilty to all charges and asked DC Superior Court Judge Marisa Demeo to appoint a new defense attorney for him at his arraignment on Sept. 30.
Black, 51, is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed, aggravated assault knowingly while armed, assault with a dangerous weapon, three counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, possession of an unregistered firearm, unlawful possession of a firearm by a convict, unlawful possession of ammunition, and carrying a pistol without a license outside a home or business.
The charges stem from Black’s alleged involvement in a shooting that left an individual suffering from life-threatening injuries on Sept. 9, 2023, on the 4600 block of Connecticut Avenue, NW.
Quo Mieko Judkins, Black’s defense attorney, asserted his constitutional rights, including the right to a speedy trial.
Black explained his reasons for requesting a new attorney privately to Judge Demeo, who agreed to grant his request.
Parties are set to reconvene on Oct. 25.
