Criminal Defense Attorneys in Manchester, Connecticut
The firm of Barlow & Murphy, LLP, has been defending the rights and freedom of people accused of crimes for over twenty years. We are knowledgeable criminal defense advocates who are determined to succeed for our clients.
Our firm defends people accused of crimes such as:
- 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
Contact us to schedule a consultation.
If you have been arrested, do not delay obtaining legal representation. Our firm will act immediately to begin defending you.
Defending Your Rights and Freedom
Barlow & Murphy, LLP, will closely examine the circumstances of your arrest and the evidence against you. You will receive an honest assessment of your cases strengths and weaknesses.
Our criminal defense attorneys understand the law and the rules of evidence. If your decision is to contest the charge, we will force the state to prove its case — working to achieve a dismissal of the charge, a not guilty verdict, or an acceptable plea arrangement.
Avoiding a Conviction
Fortunately, many people facing criminal charges can avoid a conviction and permanent criminal record by taking advantage of one of the state's many diversion programs. Some of the 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.
Community Service Labor Program — used in first-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, School Violence Education Program, and the Drug Education Program.
The eligibility rules for these programs vary, and your participation depends on the cooperation of the prosecutor and the approval of the court. Our firm has good working relationships with prosecutors and has helped many people use these programs to avoid conviction.
Contact a Criminal Defense Lawyer
For a consultation with Barlow & Murphy, LLP, call 877-259-4164 toll free or contact us online.
Located in Manchester, our firm serves clients east of the River and elsewhere in the greater Hartford, Connecticut area.
