Probation is a common sentence, especially for a first-time offender who committed a relatively minor offense. A judge may sentence a defendant to probation instead of sending them to jail. If you were sentenced to probation, you must follow the term…
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Self-defense is one of the most common defenses to charges of assault and battery. It is an affirmative defense, which means you acknowledge that you committed the allegedly criminal acts but are telling the court your use of force was justified to p…
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Courts issue protective orders and restraining orders to protect victims of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking. The orders require that one person stay away from and not have contact with another person and their family. Someone who viol…
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The holiday season is a busy time filled with shopping, year-end work events, and parties with family and friends. Every year, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s, Connecticut police officers work to reduce the prevalence of holiday drunk driving trage…
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When an accident causes personal injuries, you may find yourself in pain, facing mounting medical bills, and losing income because you are unable to work. You may know you need to hire a personal injury lawyer but may feel intimidated and worry that…
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Getting arrested is a scary and traumatic experience. Being placed under arrest is a confusing and high-stress situation, and it can be challenging to know what to do. Understanding your rights and knowing what to do if you’re arrested can help min…
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One of the first questions people ask when they have been charged with a crime is whether they should hire a criminal defense lawyer. Hiring a lawyer may seem expensive. Some people think they can handle their cases themselves or that their criminal…
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When you have been accused of a crime, it is natural to want to defend yourself and explain why you are innocent. So when people ask, “Should a defendant testify at trial?” many are surprised to learn that, in all but a few limited circumstances,…
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Connecticut drug possession charges are serious. A conviction carries severe penalties, including fines, a driver’s license suspension, and jail time. To give yourself the best chance of beating drug possession charges and avoiding some of the hars…
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The defendant’s performance on Field Sobriety Tests is often a key piece of evidence in a drunk driving case. Police officers commonly use these roadside tests to assess whether a driver is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. While police and…
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