CRIMINAL DEFENSE

CRIMINAL DEFENSE

For over 20 years, Attorney Brian Murphy in Manchester, CT has defended the rights and freedom of people who have been accused of crimes. After gathering and reviewing the case information, Attorney Murphy will provide an assessment of your case.

Attorney Murphy will defend individuals who have been accused of the following crimes:

  • DUI
  • Drug charges
  • Theft, burglary and shoplifting
  • Assault and violent crimes
  • Domestic violence
  • Providing alcohol to a minor
  • Criminal trespass
  • Traffic violations
  • And other alleged crimes

If you have been arrested, you need legal representation you can trust. Once hired we will closely examine the circumstances of your arrest and the evidence against you. Our firm will act immediately to begin defending you and your rights.

Attorney Murphy understands the law and the rules of evidence. If you are going to contest the charges against you, we will force the state to prove its case – which could result in a dismissal of the charge, a not guilty verdict, or an acceptable plea arrangement.

 

Avoid a Conviction

For individuals facing criminal charges, there are different programs available in Connecticut that can help you avoid a conviction and permanent criminal record. Some of these programs available in Connecticut include:

  • Alcohol Education Program — can enable you to avoid conviction on a DUI charge.
  • Accelerated Pretrial Rehabilitation — postpones a final judgment for a period of six months to two years, after which the charge is dismissed. Often used in cases involving first-time shoplifting and theft offenses.
  • Drug Education Program – First and Second-time drug cases – you can avoid a conviction provided that you complete a drug education course and community service.
  • Other programs — include the Family Violence Education Program and Violence Education Program.

Eligibility for these programs vary and your participation is determined by the cooperation of the prosecutor and approval of the court. Our law firm has many good working relationships with prosecutors and has helped many people use these programs to avoid conviction.