Bail and Bonds

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO AFTER LEARNING THERE IS A WARRANT FOR YOUR ARREST IN CONNECTICUT?

Published on: April 18, 2026 | by Allan F. Friedman Criminal Lawyer

How to Handle an Active Arrest Warrant Without Making Things Worse

The worst thing you can do is ignore it and hope it goes away.

Finding out there is a warrant for your arrest in Connecticut can make your stomach drop. For a lot of people, it happens out of nowhere. Maybe a detective calls to “chat,” a bondsman reaches out, or you realize you missed a court date. Whatever the reason, the first thing I tell my clients is this: Do not panic, but do not ignore it.

What a $1,000 Non-Surety Bond Actually Means in Connecticut

Published on: March 15, 2026 | by Allan F. Friedman Criminal Lawyer

What a Non-Surety Bond Actually Means in Connecticut

When the police hand you or a loved one release paperwork that says “Non-Surety Bond,” the first reaction is usually panic. You are probably wondering how you are going to come up with a thousand dollars cash right this second, or if you need to start calling bail bondsmen in the middle of the night.

Take a breath. That is not how a non-surety bond works in Connecticut.

Gun Rights After a Connecticut Arrest: Immediate Fallout and Long-Term Consequences

Published on: November 22, 2025 | by Allan F. Friedman Criminal Lawyer

Gun Rights After a Connecticut Arrest: What to Expect and How to Protect Yourself

If you own guns and you’ve just been arrested in Connecticut, the fear hits fast:

“Are they going to take my guns?”
“Is my pistol permit gone for good?”
“Am I ever going to be able to own a firearm again?”

What to Do Immediately After Being Arrested in Connecticut—Your Rights, Critical First Steps, and How to Choose the Right Lawyer

Published on: November 22, 2025 | by Allan F. Friedman Criminal Lawyer

If you’ve just been arrested in Connecticut, it can feel like your entire world is crashing down at once. People worry about everything all at once— “Am I going to jail? Will I lose my job? What happens to my kids? Is this on my record forever?”

Take a breath.

One stormy night, one misunderstanding, or one mistake does not have to ruin the rest of your life. I’ve been defending people in Connecticut for over 30 years as a Connecticut criminal defense lawyer. Good, hard-working people find themselves in the criminal system every single day. You are not alone in this.