Defense Plans to Conduct DNA Testing for Murder Case
During a status hearing on Oct. 11, a defense attorney told a judge that her client would like to independently test DNA evidence. Jessie Taylor, 43, is charged with second-degree…
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During a status hearing on Oct. 11, a defense attorney told a judge that her client would like to independently test DNA evidence. Jessie Taylor, 43, is charged with second-degree…
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The prosecution in a murder case decided to take back a plea deal that was supposed to be offered on Oct. 7. Barry Marable is charged with first-degree murder while…
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The family of a murdered man gave emotional testimonies and called for the maximum sentence for the killer. Robert Earl Little Jr. pleaded guilty voluntary manslaughter in July, for driving…
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During an ascertainment of counsel hearing Sept. 23, a murder defendant waived any potential conflicts of interest that his new attorney may have. Saeed Woodall is charged with first-degree murder while…
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During a status hearing on Sept. 18, the defense requested access to documents in order to find possible “mitigating factors” in a murder that occurred in 2018. Keith Sweptson pleaded…
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Defense counsel told Sept. 13 a DC Superior Court judge that she has discussed the prosecution’s plea offer with her client and they are still considering it. Daquan Gray is charged…
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A murder defendent pleaded guilty Sept. 13 to stabbing a man in February. Darius Murphy pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for killing Jason Wood ,39, on the 1600 block of Benning Road,…
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During a hearing on Sept. 12, the prosecution argued for a protective order for Grand Jury materials. Steven Maye, 50, is charged with first-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement…
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During a sentencing hearing Sept. 12, a murder defendant was sentenced to 10 years in prison for voluntary manslaughter while armed. Jackie Berry pleaded guilty in June for stabbing 38 year-old Michael…
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During a status hearing Sept. 11, a murder defendant was appointed a new attorney. Jessie Taylor, 43, is charged with second-degree murder while armed and two gun offenses for his…
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During a status hearing on Sept. 10, a murder defendant withdrew his guilty plea and asked for new counsel. Saeed Woodall pleaded guilty to second-degree murder while armed in May. He…
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During a felony status conference Aug. 29, a victim’s mother asked a judge to reject a guilty plea from a murder defendant. Robert Smith, 23, pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter…
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