Client was charged with attempted sexual assault, open and gross lewdness, first degree kidnapping, and battery to commit sexual assault which carry a life sentence upon conviction. As a result of Ms. Connolly’s advocacy, a plea was negotiated resulting in client pleading guilty to the lesser charge of coercion. He was sentenced to probation.
Charges Reduced
Defendant who has several domestic violence convictions was charged with felony domestic battery by strangulation. Ms. Connolly successfully negotiated the charge down to a first offense misdemeanor domestic violence with counseling and community service.