Sign In
Events
Newsletters
Search

Close

Close Search

Cancel

SEARCH
MY LAW.COMNEW

Jerome Gay v. United States

X

Thank you for sharing!

Your article was successfully shared with the contacts you provided.
Argued March 3, 2010

Before WASHINGTON, Chief Judge, and KRAMER and OBERLY, Associate Judges.

Jerome Gay appeals from his conviction on a single count of simple assault, in violation of D.C. Code § 22-404 (2001), arising out of an altercation with complainant Allen Johnson. Gay asserts on appeal that the trial court committed three errors requiring reversal of his conviction: (1) it wrongly prevented an unnamed witness from testifying because it improperly ruled that the witness’ testimony would be cumulative; (2) it improperly granted a blanket Fifth Amendment privilege from testifying to defense witness Antonio Sparks; and (3) it wrongly denied Gay’s motion to have a psychiatric expert appointed to examine Johnson’s medical records and testify about the effects of Johnson’s mental illnesses and medications on his actions on the day of the assault and his ability to testify at trial.Because we hold that the trial court erred both by excluding the unnamed witness’ testimony and by ruling that Gay used excessive force in defending himself as a matter of law, we reverse and remand for a new trial.

Trending Stories

 
Reprints & Licensing
Mentioned in a Law.com story?

License our industry-leading legal content to extend your thought leadership and build your brand.

LEARN MORE

More From ALM

Premium Subscription
With this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online, on-demand premium content from well-respected faculty in the legal industry. This is perfect for attorneys licensed in multiple jurisdictions or for attorneys that have fulfilled their CLE requirement but need to access resourceful information for their practice areas.
View Now
Team Accounts
Our Team Account subscription service is for legal teams of four or more attorneys. Each attorney is granted unlimited access to high quality, on-demand premium content from well-respected faculty in the legal industry along with administrative access to easily manage CLE for the entire team.
View Now
Bundle Subscriptions
Gain access to some of the most knowledgeable and experienced attorneys with our 2 bundle options! Our Compliance bundles are curated by CLE Counselors and include current legal topics and challenges within the industry. Our second option allows you to build your bundle and strategically select the content that pertains to your needs. Both options are priced the same.
View Now
Go to CLE Center
New York Legal Awards 2024
September 05, 2024
New York, NY

The New York Law Journal honors attorneys and judges who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession in New York.


Learn More
African Legal Awards 2024
September 06, 2024
Johannesburg

The African Legal Awards recognise exceptional achievement within Africa s legal community during a period of rapid change.


Learn More
Consulting Best Firms to Work For 2024
September 12, 2024
New York, NY

Consulting Magazine identifies the best firms to work for in the consulting profession.


Learn More
Go to Events Go to Webcasts
Associate Attorney

Cicchiello & Cicchiello, LLP - Hartford Law Firm seeking to hire an Associate Attorney. We focus our practice primarily on Personal Inju...


Apply Now ›
Health Law Associate CT

Health Law Associate CT Shipman is seeking an associate to join our national longstanding health law practice. Candidates must have t...


Apply Now ›
FINANCE & REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY - Connecticut Preferred; Remote will be considered

Shipman & Goodwin LLP is seeking a attorney to expand our national commercial real estate lending practice. Candidates should have at l...


Apply Now ›
Go to Lawjobs
Lawyers of Distinction
06/27/2024
The American Lawyer

Professional Announcement


View Announcement ›
SMGQ Law
06/21/2024
Daily Business Review

Full Page Announcement


View Announcement ›
Blume Forte Fried Zerres & Molinari
06/14/2024
New Jersey Law Journal

Professional Announcement


View Announcement ›
Go to Professional Announcements