Witnesses claimed our client participated in a brutal assault. He was charged with assault in the first degree and faced up to 25 years in prison if convicted. Before trial, these witnesses identified our client in a photo lineup. At trial, we were able to persuade the jury that their testimony was unreliable and the jury returned a verdict of not guilty. Coverage by Syracuse.com is here.
By CDH Law
Trial acquittal on felony assault charge
Witnesses claimed our client participated in a brutal assault. He was charged with assault in the first degree and faced up to 25 years in prison if convicted. Before trial, these witnesses identified our client in a photo lineup. At trial, we were able to persuade the jury that their testimony was unreliable and the jury returned a verdict of not guilty. Coverage by Syracuse.com is here.