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Criminal defense in Connecticut
Even innocent people can get in trouble with the law and get accused of a criminal act. This is why our legal system puts the burden of proof on the prosecution during a criminal case. Indeed, if the prosecution cannot prove that the accused person is guilty of his or...
Does domestic violence affect firearm ownership?
Accusations of domestic violence often stem from stories of abuse in a relationship. Many cases of domestic violence involve a spouse abusing the other spouse or a romantic partner abusing the other romantic partner. Children and other cohabitants and family members...
Could overdose kits help stop heroin deaths in Connecticut?
Every year, numerous people die from heroin overdoses in the United States and Connecticut. The traditional approach of increasing punishments associated with heroin crimes is the way lawmakers tend to combat the problem. However, lawmakers in one southeast state are...
A new type of impaired driving in Connecticut
Did you know that last December was National Impaired Driving Prevention Month? President Obama gave the month this title to help raise awareness for the dangers of being impaired in any way while behind the wheel. Many people think of drugs and alcohol when they...
Were you charged with domestic violence over the holidays?
Did you know that the holidays are a time when numerous domestic violence complaints take place? The problem is that relatives who have not seen each other in some time tend to get together during Christmas and over New Year's Eve and this -- in some families -- can...
What are the laws governing drunk driving in Connecticut?
If you have been arrested and face a DUI charge in Connecticut, you will want to know what kinds of rules and regulations apply to you and your case. By familiarizing yourself with the law, you can figure out where you stand in your case, and you can better avoid more...
Criminal defense against parole violation charges
Unfortunately, the criminal defense of individuals accused of crimes in Connecticut does not always end with the conclusion of their criminal case. If a criminal conviction results in jail time and a subsequent parole sentence, for example, the accused person might...
Drunk driving and DUI checkpoints in Connecticut
With the exception of some states, most states -- including Connecticut -- allow for DUI checkpoints. DUI checkpoints are usually more prevalent around major holidays, when it is more common for motor vehicle operators to drive home drunk from a party. The checkpoints...
Driver from out-of-state faces reckless driving and DUI charge
Drunk driving allegations are serious, but sometimes they are not the only thing that a driver gets accused of during a traffic stop. Indeed, a DUI charge might be combined with a speeding citation, a reckless driving violation or -- in more grave cases where a fatal...
Drug charges: Challenging evidence
In any criminal case involving allegations of drug possession or distribution, how the evidence was obtained is of primary importance. Any drugs, paraphernalia or other materials must be seized legally to be used as evidence in a trial. While many defendants assume...
