DC Superior Court Judge Errol Arthur granted a continuance in the sentencing of a non-fatal shooting defendant pending the results of the court ordered Youth Study Act on Sept. 15.
On July 14, Nathaniel Washington, 21, pled guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for the non-fatal shooting of a single victim on the 500 block of Division Avenue, NE on Feb. 7.
Through the deal, parties agreed on 60 months of incarceration for each charge, with sentences running concurrently.
Washington’s attorney, Chantal Jean-Baptiste, asked for a continuance for the sentencing hearing because the Youth Rehabilitation Act (YRA) study had not been completed. The YRA can be applied to individuals under 25, and allows for their convictions to be sealed if they successfully complete all sentencing requirements.
Judge Arthur granted the continuance. The prosecution had no objections to the defense’s request.
Parties are set to reconvene Oct. 28.
