A Tough Split-Second Decision Getting pulled over for DUI in Connecticut is stressful enough. Blue lights flash in your mirror, your heart races, and the officer asks you to blow into the breathalyzer. Many of my clients tell me later: “If I don’t blow, they don’t have proof, right?” It…
Many good people make silly mistakes One of the most common things I hear from new clients is, “I never thought I’d be in this position.” Good, hardworking people with no criminal record often find themselves facing charges in Connecticut. They are professionals, parents, college students, immigrants, and retirees. Many…
The Overlooked Cost of a DUI Getting arrested for DUI in Connecticut is frightening enough. The thought of court, fines, and possibly losing your license is overwhelming. But one of the most overlooked consequences of a DUI arrest is what happens afterward when you try to insure your car. A…
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…
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…
The Big Misconception Now that marijuana is legal in Connecticut, a lot of people think it’s safe to light up and drive. I can’t tell you how many calls I get from people who are stunned when they get arrested for DUI after smoking the night before, or even hours…
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,…
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…
Introduction – The Reality No One Tells You When you’re arrested for DUI in Connecticut, most people think the biggest threat is the criminal case. They picture a courtroom, a judge, maybe a jury. But there’s another fight—one that hits faster, with fewer protections, and can be just as damaging:…