On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Jul 3, 2020 | Criminal Defense
You’ve been accused of a serious crime and you’re scared. But almost before you’re done being fingerprinted and processed, a prosecutor is offering you a plea deal. What’s going on? Why is a prosecutor in a hurry to offer you a deal when you’ve barely had time to find...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Jul 1, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Having a drinking problem is a serious issue that many people are hesitant to address. It can be difficult to face an addiction head on, and many people need serious help to overcome such a disease. For some individuals, a serious wake-up call may be needed before...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Jun 13, 2020 | Criminal Defense
The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and lots of people are planning to celebrate. If you’re among them, do yourself a favor and remember that it’s easy to get carried away with all of the festivities. The last thing you want to do is to end up in an...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | May 20, 2020 | Criminal Defense
At times, it can be difficult to understand what drives a person to carry out certain actions. Still, even if authorities do not fully know why a person performs a certain act, criminal charges could result. In fact, a person may need to defend against numerous...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | May 2, 2020 | Criminal Defense
In Connecticut, drug possession crimes are taken seriously. The penalties you can face are dependent on various factors, such as the type of drug that is discovered in your possession, how much of it is present, where you were caught, what other kinds of illegal items...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Dec 6, 2019 | Criminal Defense
A 30-year-old Norwich man was sentenced to four years in federal prison for trafficking cocaine and heroin on Dec. 5. His sentencing happened at the U.S. Federal Courthouse in Hartford.The defendant first came on law enforcement’s radar back in 2018 when a joint...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Nov 2, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Domestic violence doesn’t just involve one romantic partner inflicting physical harm on another. Instead, this crime can take on many forms.In Connecticut, much like other statues across this country, criminal offenses such as stalking, threatening, simple or...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Oct 10, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Getting arrested for a drug crime in Connecticut may be frightening and confusing, especially since some of the state’s laws about controlled substances are complicated. Sometimes, the severity of charges and penalties may vary depending on the type of drug, the...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Sep 13, 2019 | Criminal Defense
People who are standing trial in Connecticut may wonder if they are eligible for claiming insanity. This ruling may find the person not guilty due to their mental condition, or the judge may give a lighter or different sentence because of it. While television shows...
On behalf of Beebe & O'Neil | Aug 14, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Businesses in Connecticut often employ security guards and surveillance technology to keep an eye on visitors and customers. Many of them fear that customers may steal from the business via shoplifting. However, employee theft costs companies too. According to CNBC,...
