A second chance

Alex, a 32-year-old client lived with his disabled mother and brother with serious illness. Alex cared for them both. Unexpectedly, Alex faced seven criminal charges, including burglary and theft, accused of theft from petrol stations. The police searched his place but found no stolen items, just some clothing they thought matched the alleged burglar’s. There were more charges, like drug possession and unlicensed driving. At first, Alex denied everything but later admitted to some charges. PCLC came to his aid and fought hard, attending hearings, cross-examining witnesses, and challenging evidence with the Court finding there wasn’t enough evidence to convict Alex on some charges. The next day, PCLC negotiated a plea on the remaining charges. Alex got a Community Corrections Order (CCO), avoiding jail. Both Alex and his mother were relieved. Without PCLC’s help, Alex might have ended up in prison.