"Rodriguez was convicted as a repeated offender, facing charges including home invasion, armed assault with attempt to murder, and possession of a firearm while committing a felony."
"Rodriguez was accused of breaking into a Fitchburg apartment in March 2022, firing his gun inside, and stealing items before fleeing the scene."
"Rodriguez's attorney, Kevin Larson, stated, 'It is our position Mr. Rodriguez was wrongfully convicted and sentenced as a habitual criminal.'"
"Larson plans on filing an appeal for the 'underlying convictions,' arguing that the habitual criminal penalty is draconian and violates the defendant's eighth amendment rights."
Concepcion Rodriguez, 39, received a life sentence for a home invasion in Fitchburg in 2022. He was convicted of multiple charges, including armed assault and larceny. Rodriguez was found guilty as a repeated offender. During the home invasion, he fired a gun and stole items while one person was present in the apartment. His attorney claims Rodriguez was wrongfully convicted and plans to appeal, arguing that the habitual criminal penalties were not properly communicated and violate his rights.
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