Connecticut Criminal Defense Legal Questions

You should hire an attorney to represent you in the matter and make sure no further court dates are missed.  Depending on whether this is civil or criminal there can be some very serious consequences for failing to appear.  In civil court you will only end up with a default which if handled quickly can be opened and fixed.  In criminal court, you may end up with a new felony charge which is not so easy to fix.  Please feel free to contact my office for further assistance. My partner Attorney Whewell is very experienced in this type of matter. 203.870.6700... Read More

I'm not sure what your question is.  I think its safe to say that what was found in the truck is likely not a direct hazard to your family if the police officer did not immediately call swat, or a bomb squad, or dogs, or any number of other things.  The fact that the tow truck driver jumped back indicates it was likely something uncomfortable or repugnant to him. So we can deduce that its not a bomb, radioactive, money, gold, or drugs. I suppose there is a possibilty that there was human remains or animal remains in the trunk.  I don't think you will find out unless it makes a news blotter.  Feel free to contact our firm if you ever need any further legal assistance.  We handled civil and federal litigation, criminal defense, personal injury and bankruptcy.    Stay safe and healthy and good luck.  203.870.6700... Read More

I would suggest that you send a written demand for the status of your vehicle to the police.  If there is an ongoing criminal case or an investigation, the car may be evidence.  You should also definitely considering hiring counsel to assist in the recovery your vehicle. Please feel free to contact us at 203.870.6700... Read More

A second-time DUI/OUI conviction within ten years after a prior conviction for the same offense is a felony, with fines of up to $4,000, a 45-day driver’s license suspension followed by three years with an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle, and up to two years in prison with a mandatory minimum of 120 days in prison, 100 hours of community service and treatment if ordered by the Court.  If the arrest was in Connecticut, for suspensions effective on or after 11/9/2005, the suspension is one (1) year followed by 24 months with an approved ignition interlock device Suspension duration imposed for arrests that did not occur in Connecticut is three (3) years If the operator is under 21 years of age, the suspension is three (3) years or until 21 years of age, whichever is longer That being said,  I have helped clients facing this before avoid jail time, but circumstances are unique in these types of cases and they are very difficult.   Please feel free to contact us for further assistance. 203.870.6700... Read More

It should not count as a conviction on your record. In fact, upon completion of a program you may even be able to have police blotter and other articles referencing it removed. Also, using a program is not neccessarily an admission of guilt.  Please contact us for any further assistance. 203.870.6700... Read More

You were walking  around and you were arrested for first degree burglary?  First, you absolutely need an experienced attorney who handles criminal defense. This is a CLASS B FELONY.  You could be facing  five years!  My firm has a focus in this area and I cannot tell you how many times we have seen unrepresented parties make avoidable mistakes that have serious consequences on their lives.  Second, there is more to this story.  I would be interested in hearing more details. Please contact me if I can offer further advice or assistance 203.870.6700... Read More

If someone stole your gun and permit, you might have a big problem on your hands.  First, you should try to get your permit re-processesd so that you have your license.  Second, you should make sure you filed a report with the police about the theft of your firearm and that it is missing.  Finally,  you can sue your ex in small claims for your property loss provided its less than Five Thousand Dollars you are claiming.  Good luck.  Please feel free to contact us if we can offer any assistance 203.870.6700... Read More

Your probation is definitiely in jeopardy. You need to hire experienced criminal defense counsel as soon as possible.  This is a very serious problem. You understand that your probation may be revoked and the previous sentence may be applied to you as well as whatever new fallout you will recieve for the new charges.  Please feel free to contact us if we can offer further assistance 203.870-6700... Read More

You can have all of this easily managed if you hire an experienced criminal defense attorney and plan this out with them.  My partner Attorney William Whewell focuses on criminal defense and would be happy to speak with you for further information.  Please feel free to give us a call at 203.870.6700.  Please mention our correspondence when you do. Thanks.... Read More

Mr. Wells,  I doubt that you will be taken to jail over larceny 6 as it is your first offense, but you need to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney asap and get the proper assistance so that this matter is dealt with quickly.  If handled properly, you can have a clean record a year from the disposition.  I helped you once before I believe.  Let us help you this time. Give us a call today at 203-870-6700. Ask for William Whewell,  my partner.  He is a superb criminal defense attorney and can help you with this.  Make sure you mention my name.  Good luck. ... Read More

You have been charged with interfering with an officer and by your own admission, you fit the statute.  From the little I have gleaned from your question, I think it would be a good idea to use your AR.  Here is commentary on the statute that further elucidates the predicament you find yourself in. Please feel free to contact us for further information.  Good luck.   Refusal to comply with police command to provide identification following a “Terry” stop may constitute a violation of section even if such refusal is unaccompanied by any physical force or other affirmative act; statute broadly proscribes conduct that hinders, obstructs or impedes a police officer in performance of duties, irrespective of whether offending conduct is active or passive. 280 C. 824. Re 2003 revision, Appellate Court's determination that evidence was insufficient to support defendant's conviction and that defendant lacked requisite intent was improper in case where defendant, when asked to produce license and registration, swore at officer and left scene, and potential applicability of Sec. 14-217 to present case does not preclude conviction under this section which was drafted expansively to encompass wide range of conduct. 285 C. 447. Evidence was not sufficient to convict defendant under section due to state's failure to pursue a theory of guilt predicated on threatening language and where the trial court did not instruct the jury on the true threat doctrine. 321 C. 729. ... Read More

My office could take this as far as you want it to go.  However, you need to be prepared to pay substantially more for your attorney fees than if you take a deal. Also, there are no guarantees about the outcome of such a case.  Please feel free to contact us today about this matter.   You can ask for my partner William Whewell who handles matters like this regularly. Please mention my name and this website.  Our number -203.870.6700. Good luck. ... Read More

If the records are transferred or the nature of the crime is serious enough or if jurisdiction pertains to it, .or for a number of other reasons,  it is very possibly for you to be arrested in another state for missing a court date.  There may be a warrant out for your arrest. Missing a court date in Connecticut leads to new and potentially felony charges of Failure to Appear.  You need to take care of this immediately. ... Read More