Speaks v. United States

Appellant was charged with first degree murder while armed, D.C.Code §§ 22-2401 and -3202 (1989 Repl. & 1992 Supp.), carrying a pistol without a license, D.C.Code § 22-3204(a) (1989 Repl. & 1992 Supp.), and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence or dangerous offense, D.C.Code § 22-3204(b) (1989 Repl. & 1992 Supp.). On the fifth day of its deliberations, the jury indicated that it was deadlocked. On appellant’s motion, the court declared a mistrial. After the court discharged the jury, some jurors spoke with counsel for both parties. This discussion, continued before the court,…