Your Options to Keep This Off Your Record If police found a pipe, grinder, scale, or “gear” in your car or backpack, it can still lead to a criminal case—especially if the State claims it’s tied to narcotics or other controlled substances. Even after cannabis reforms, Connecticut prosecutes possession of…
A single text can turn into a felony. I see it all the time: someone panics after an arrest and messages the complaining witness, a friend, or a bystander—“Please don’t show up,” “Tell them it was nothing,” or “Just say you don’t remember.” Police and prosecutors call that witness tampering…
If you walked out of court with “no-contact / stay-away” terms and then a single text, DM, or phone call triggered a brand-new arrest, you’re not alone. Connecticut takes violations of release conditions seriously—and fast. The fix is legal strategy, not guesswork. What You’re Actually Charged With (Quick) Violation of…
If you’re holding a “ticket” for Breach of Peace or Disorderly Conduct, don’t let the paper fool you—that’s still a misdemeanor arrest in Connecticut. Police have two ways to process these cases: take you into physical custody or issue a misdemeanor summons on the scene. Either way, you’ve been arrested,…
Shoplifting Is One of the Most Common Arrests Shoplifting is one of the most common arrests in Connecticut — and one of the most misunderstood. Every week, I hear from good people across the state who find themselves accused of taking something from a store. Many are students under stress,…
When a Post Turns Into a Problem (Fast) You fire off a post after a breakup. You vent in a group chat. You drop a spicy meme you think only friends will see. Then your phone rings—police want to “ask a few questions.” This happens every week in Connecticut. What…
Feeling Stuck: The Emotional Toll of Pending Charges When you’re facing a criminal case in Connecticut, one of the first fears that comes up is: “Am I trapped here until my case is over?” Clients tell me this all the time. Maybe you live in New York or New Jersey,…
We had a fight, but I never touched anyone. Now, can I be arrested for domestic violence? It’s a shocking and confusing experience.” If you’ve been arrested for a domestic violence offense in Connecticut, one of the first things that will happen is a referral to Family Relations. Many of…
Out-of-State DUI Arrests in Connecticut – What You Need to Know Imagine driving through Greenwich or Stamford on I-95 late at night, heading home to New York or New Jersey, when suddenly you see the flashing lights of a police car. The officer suspects you of DUI, and now you’re…
Introduction: The Shock of a Phone Search Imagine being pulled over late at night. An officer looks at you and says, “Mind if I take a look at your phone?” Your cell phone holds your entire life — texts, photos, banking apps, emails, and location history. For most people, the…