Connecticut law enforcement officers routinely set up DUI checkpoints, also known as “sobriety checkpoints,” to catch impaired drivers. While they are legal under Connecticut and federal law, police sometimes violate a driver’s rights at a DUI…
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Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) holders have demonstrated professional mastery of the skills and knowledge required to operate a commercial vehicle safely. As professional drivers, they are held to higher standards than other motorists. However,…
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Individuals who drive trucks, buses, and other commercial vehicles are required to hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). They have demonstrated mastery of the knowledge and skills required to safely drive and operate a commercial vehicle, and h…
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Being stopped on suspicion of DUI is a stressful experience. In most cases, the police will ask you to take a breathalyzer or other chemical test. These tests measure the amount of alcohol in your system to determine whether you are over the legal li…
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A DUI charge can have a long-lasting impact on your personal and professional life, leaving you with a criminal record that could affect your job prospects and create other difficulties. Fortunately, individuals who face challenges caused by a DUI co…
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For individuals facing DUI charges in Connecticut, the consequences of a conviction can be severe and could shape your future in profound ways. For drivers under age 21, the stakes are even higher. A criminal conviction for Underage DUI could derail…
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Being charged with a DUI can be a frightening, overwhelming, and confusing experience, particularly if this is your first experience being charged with a crime. A DUI conviction carries severe consequences, even for a first offense. Penalties may inc…
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When a police officer suspects a driver is under the influence of alcohol, they will typically ask the driver to submit to a chemical test. Under Connecticut’s implied consent law, motorists operating a motor vehicle in the state and suspected of D…
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In Connecticut, a person over age 21 can be charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) if they have a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of .08% or higher. Someone under 21 can be charged with DUI penalties if they have a BAC of .02% or higher. Pe…
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Although marijuana remains illegal at the federal level, many states, including Connecticut, have legalized it for medicinal and recreational use. Nonetheless, operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of marijuana is still illegal. Under C…
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