There has been a dramatic increase in Connecticut car thefts, and arrests, in 2020. Lawmakers and researchers debate the causes of these increases. However, for those charged with auto theft, the biggest question is not how many crimes occurred, but…
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Connecticut criminal defendants never have to help the police build a case against them. But a new law passed by the Connecticut legislature adds investigative subpoena powers for prosecutors and local authorities in specific situations. Find out whe…
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Connecticut’s domestic violence laws already required those accused of abuse to act quickly to defend their reputation and their freedom. Now the newly adopted “Jennifer’s Law” is changing the domestic violence definition in the state’s fam…
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If you have a teen driver in your household, can you treat them as your personal designated driver? Parents of teenagers with youth instruction permits may be tempted to hand over the keys when they have had too much to drink. But will that be enough…
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A subpoena can seem to come from nowhere, disrupting your life and your business. Unless you are in an industry that receives them all the time, you may not know what to do if you are served a subpoena. You may even consider simply ignoring it. But t…
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On July 1, 2021, Connecticut’s marijuana legalization law went into effect. But that doesn’t mean you can smoke weed anytime, anywhere. Here’s what you need to know about CT recreational marijuana use. When is Marijuana Legal in Connecticut? On…
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Connecticut residents with a misdemeanor or low-level felony conviction on their record have just been given a chance at a fresh start. The new Clean Slate Legislation in Connecticut will create a path to expungement and give residents an escape from…
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When your family has lost a loved one, time can feel irrelevant. Grief can make weeks, or even months, go by in an instant, even while moments of pain feel like they drag on forever. But if that death was caused by someone else’s negligence, time v…
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You probably know that you can choose to plead guilty or not guilty to criminal charges against you. But did you know there is a third option: nolo contendere? Find out what it means to plead this third option, and why it may be the best resolution f…
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Facing your first criminal charges can be intimidating, but in many non-violent cases there is an option that will help you protect yourself and your criminal record. If you meet Connecticut’s Accelerated Rehabilitation requirements, you may be abl…
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