The defendant was charged with a slew of crimes including First Degree Murder with use of a deadly weapon. He was facing life in prison without the possibility of parole. A deal was reached which could result in his release after serving only eight years in prison.
Conviction Set Aside
After a jury trial, defendant was convicted of second degree murder and was sentenced to 15-40 years. Ms. Connolly represented him on post conviction relief. As a result of her advocacy, the prosecutor agreed to set aside the murder conviction and defendant plead to...