Online romance scams — often called “sweetheart scams” — have been around for years. However, scammers have recently shifted their tactics. Instead of only asking victims to wire money directly, they are now manipulating people into becoming “money mules.” How the Scam Works These scams don’t happen overnight. The scammer…
Clearing Your Record in Connecticut Many of my clients say, “I’m tired of my past holding me back.”One old record can derail job interviews, housing applications, and professional licensing—even years later. Connecticut now offers three legal pathways to clear your record: expungement, pardons, and the new Clean Slate law.Choosing the…
Getting arrested for the first time in Connecticut is terrifying. I hear the same question from almost every client after their first arrest: “Am I going to jail?” The short answer is that while jail is technically possible, in most first-offense cases, there are alternatives that can keep your record…
I get this question a lot: “Is being a sugar baby illegal?” With so many people—especially college students and young professionals—turning to apps and websites to meet older partners, it’s natural to wonder if you could get in trouble. While technically not prostitution itself, a sugar baby arrangement must not…
What “probable cause” really means—and why words alone can trigger an arrest I hear it all the time: “How can they charge me? There’s no evidence—it’s just her word against mine.” In Connecticut, that can still lead to handcuffs. Under the mandatory arrest rule for domestic cases, one sworn statement,…
I hear it from clients all the time: “We just had an argument… nobody wanted to press charges. So why did I end up in handcuffs?” The answer is one statute that catches people off guard every single day: Connecticut’s mandatory arrest law for domestic violence cases. Once 911 is…
Visiting Connecticut for business, a family gathering, or just a weekend getaway should be stress-free. Unfortunately, I’ve seen countless people find themselves in legal trouble here—sometimes for something as simple as a traffic stop that escalates, or a misunderstanding at a hotel or restaurant. Being arrested in a state where…
If you’ve just been served with a protective order in Connecticut, you may be wondering, “Where will I sleep tonight?” or “How can I see my kids?” For many people, these orders come as a shock—especially when they are issued on the very first court date, often without hearing your…
Being arrested can be one of the most stressful experiences of your life—especially when you don’t understand why it happened. Many people believe police always need a warrant signed by a judge to make an arrest, but that’s not the case. Connecticut law allows police to arrest you without a…
Missing a court date in Connecticut is serious—but it doesn’t have to ruin your case. In many situations, an experienced Connecticut Failure to Appear Lawyer can take immediate action to fix the problem and prevent the worst consequences. Here’s what actually happens if you miss court in Connecticut and how…