LITCHFIELD - The county's courthouse that hears the most severe cases isn't getting off easy today.

On today's docket are a slew of serious cases from across the region. James P. Crowley, the Torrington executive charged with embezzling and patronizing a prostitute, is due in this morning. Sidney Parker, the original owner of The Spot barber shop in Torrington, is also slated to appear on charges of assault and attempted rape.

Crowley has been out on a $250,000 bond. Parker reportedly posted a $350,000 bond and was seen inside the courthouse.

A New Milford family charged with stealing electricity and running a marijuana farm are all slated to appear today. Hung V. Pham, Hung V. Pham, Oanh Thi Pham and Tony Marh Pham are all on the docket.

Lastly, former Gunnery dean Robert Reinhardt - charged with inappropriate sexual contact with four Gunnery boys - is due to appear today. During his last appearance Reinhardt's attorney requested time to review some photographs taken as evidence from the scene.

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