If you’re facing a drug charge, you have every reason to be anxious. You may be struggling with addiction or mental illness, and a period of incarceration isn’t going to make your situation any better. Nor will having that conviction follow you around forever. Drug...
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Month: June 2021
What should you do during a DUI traffic stop?
Police are on the lookout for anyone who appears intoxicated, so there’s a chance you could find yourself pulled over even if you’re 100% sober. For example, if you floated over the center line by accident, the officer may have taken this as a sign of intoxication....
DUI trouble? Defend yourself now
When you were sitting at home on a late Friday night, you grabbed a couple beers and sat down in front of the TV. You were enjoying yourself and not causing any harm. You received a phone call that your friend needed to be picked up from the local bar. They were far...
If your child is facing a DUI, you need to know the law
Your child has been getting into some trouble lately, but you never expected that it would have anything to do with alcohol. Unfortunately, last night you received a call from the police stating that your child was at the station. They were reportedly impaired by...
Facing a DUI? A diversion program may be best
In Connecticut, the state has recognized that people who struggle with drug or alcohol abuse may need additional supports other than simply facing a conviction and time in jail. That’s why the Pretrial Alcohol Education Program was created. The PAEP is a pretrial...
Youthful offender program may keep kids out of prison
Young people accused of a crime might be eligible for Connecticut’s innovative Youthful Offender Program, sometimes called “YO.” The program is part of a much larger effort in Connecticut to make the state’s justice system more effective. One aim is to limit the...
Police don’t always rely on consent when seeking permission
The police pulled you over from something simple, and you wound up being arrested for something big. You never gave consent to the search that yielded evidence, but that may not matter. The fourth amendment of the Constitution grants you protections from unreasonable...
It can be possible to get removed from the sex offender registry
Sex offenders, in many cases, have the charge on their criminal record for the remainder of their lives. However, there may be some instances where someone with a previous offense could get removed from the state registry. Ways one could get charged as a sex offender...
Can I avoid jail time after an OUI conviction in Connecticut?
An operating under the influence (OUI) conviction has severe consequences no matter what state you live in. Most states provide alternatives to jail and leeway for first-time offenders, including Connecticut. If this was your first offense, you might be able to avoid...
Moving on from past mistakes with a pardon
Years ago, you made a mistake that left you with a criminal record. You fulfilled your punishment and moved on. But your criminal record has followed you. If you need relief from a mistake made in the past, you can apply for a pardon in Connecticut. A pardon clears...