On April 7, a defendant requested a new defense attorney because his previous attorney has “ineffectively counseled” him.
Tavon Owens,30, is charged with unarmed carjacking, assault with a dangerous weapon, and possession of a firearm. The incident occurred on the 1400 block of Newton Street, NW. According to court documents, when officers arrived at the scene, they made contact with the victim who was suffering from a gunshot wound on her left shin.
The victim was then transported to a local hospital where she was treated for her injury and released.
On Friday, Owens requested a new defense attorney from D.C. Superior Court Judge Heidi M. Pasichow.
Judge Pasichow asked the reason for the request.
Defense attorney Clarence Powell said Owens wasn’t acting in his best interest.
Judge Pasichow okayed the request and reminded Owens that even though he has a right to receive a new defense attorney he does not have the right to choose which attorney.
The prosecutor is ready to move forward to trial and is also ready to hand over any new evidence a new defense attorney will need from this case.
Parties are set to reconvene on April 12.
