First Court Appearance: Davis Postpones Arraignment

In shackles and a dark blue jail uniform, Duane Davis appeared in court for the first time on October 4, 2023. The arraignment was cut short, however: Davis asked Judge Tierra Jones to postpone it until he had found a lawyer in Las Vegas.

A Los Angeles Lawyer Helps with the Search

Los Angeles-based attorney Edi Faal has represented Davis personally for more than twenty years. He told the news agency AP that he was helping with the search; he did not want to say more. Davis declined an interview from jail. He remains held without bail.

In Nevada, Aiding and Abetting Can Also Count as Murder

The grand jury had also approved sentencing enhancements for weapon use and gang activity; in the event of a conviction, that could add decades. In Nevada, anyone who helps another commit the crime can also be convicted of murder.

Mopreme Shakur was not in the courtroom, but followed the case from Los Angeles. The family was trying to “keep expectations in check.” Justice had been delayed for a long time (more under The Investigation).