Let’s be clear, if you have been charged with a crime or expect to be, you need to consult with an attorney. DO NOT DISCUSS YOUR CASE WITH ANYONE UNTIL YOU SPEAK TO AN ATTORNEY. That attorney does not have to be me, but I urge you to consult with another experienced criminal defense attorney, especially one that is familiar with the court you will be going to. The laws, procedures, rules of evidence, constitutional protections, and the various diversionary programs or alternative sentencing available are complex and difficult for a lay person to navigate. Criminal charges mean your very freedom may be threatened and a criminal conviction may haunt you for years to come.
I have been fighting for criminal defendants in Connecticut for 20 years. I have spent many hours working with State’s Attorney’s and court staff in Manchester, Rockville, Hartford, Hartford, New Britain, Middletown and other courts. My job is not only to collect evidence and do the legal research to get you the best result possible, it is also to explain what you can do to help us achieve the best result.
Whether you are charged with domestic violence, larceny, assault, DUI/DWI, drug possession, breach of peace, or any other crime, there are numerous diversionary programs and alternative sentences that may help you get the result you want. Which of these programs to use is a decision that must be made carefully with the knowledge of how each choice will affect you in the future.
I urge to not be too quick to apply for one of these diversionary programs. You and your attorney must first work hard to see if you can have your criminal charges disposed of without using a program. That way, if something happens in the future, all of these programs will still be available to you.