A jury has reached a verdict in the closely watched trial of a Los Gatos mother accused of organizing and hosting parties for teenagers where alcohol was allegedly served.

Prosecutors argued that Shannon O’Connor held multiple gatherings at her Los Gatos home during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite public health restrictions that were in place at the time. According to the prosecution, these events involved underage drinking and inappropriate behavior among minors. Authorities alleged that O’Connor not only allowed alcohol to be consumed by teenagers but also supplied it to them.

In addition to the accusations of furnishing alcohol to minors, prosecutors claimed that she encouraged sexual activity among the teens, including incidents involving her own underage son. The allegations drew significant attention in the community due to the seriousness of the claims and the ages of those involved.

O’Connor pleaded not guilty to all charges and maintained her innocence throughout the proceedings. If convicted on all counts, she faces a potential sentence exceeding 30 years in prison.

Further details about the jury’s decision and any sentencing developments are expected to be released soon.