Many people assume that a DUI charge only applies to alcohol. In reality, under Connecticut law, you can be arrested for driving under the influence of prescription medications — even if you took them exactly as your doctor instructed. As a criminal defense lawyer, I see many clients blindsided by…
Being arrested for Risk of Injury to a Minor is one of the most stressful and frightening experiences a parent or caregiver can go through. Under Connecticut law, this charge is codified in Connecticut General Statutes §53-21. It’s incredibly broad, and because of that, police often tack it onto cases…
Getting arrested for domestic violence when you did nothing wrong is one of the most frightening experiences anyone can face. The police show up, emotions are high, and suddenly you’re being handcuffed and taken away—even if the other person never wanted you arrested in the first place. This happens all…
Why Diversionary Programs Matter Connecticut’s diversionary programs — Accelerated Rehabilitation (AR), the Impaired Driving Intervention Program (IDIP), and the Family Violence Education Program (FVEP) — are second chances. Finish the program, and your case disappears — like it never happened. But if you fail to follow the rules, you can…
Connecticut’s Shockingly Broad Definition of “Operation” Here’s the hard truth: even if you know you’re intoxicated and pull off the road to a parking lot or stop your car to avoid driving further, you can still be arrested and charged with DUI in Connecticut. You don’t even have to be…
Living under a protective order is stressful enough. Add in the fact that you’re still living under the same roof with the protected party, and it can feel like you’re walking on eggshells every single day. Clients tell me this all the time: they feel like they can’t breathe normally…
One of the very first questions I hear from clients who call me after a DUI arrest is: “Am I facing a felony?” It’s a fair question — the word “felony” carries a lot of weight. Felonies mean harsher penalties, longer jail time, and lifelong consequences that can affect jobs,…
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…