Stamford Criminal Defense Attorney Joseph J. Colarusso

Former Prosecutor with Over 25 years of Experience

New York and Connecticut criminal defense attorney Joseph J. Colarusso is devoted to providing the highest quality criminal defense with a focus on meeting the individual needs of his clients and fights to protect the rights of people charged with criminal offenses in Connecticut and New York, including NYC. His primary goal is to listen to you and understand your needs. He can give you the satisfaction and comfort of knowing your legal and personal issues are being addressed by a skilled, aggressive attorney. Contact the Stamford, Connecticut, or White Plains, New York office of Joseph J. Colarusso for a free consultation.

Joseph Colarusso, a former criminal prosecutor with over 25 years of trial experience, devotes 100% of his practice to criminal defense. He provides effective, aggressive courtroom representation in all types of criminal cases:

DUI / DWI: Losing your driving privileges impacts every area of your life. Every case is different and should be evaluated to see if the state really has a case. Attorney Colarusso handles drunk driving defense in Connecticut and New York for DUI, DWI, DWAI, "zero tolerance", under 21 charges and Commerical Driver's License (CDL) issues.

DWI and DUI cases are built on sobriety tests and officer observations. Hiring an experienced attorney can prove that the officers observations, and the chemical (breath & blood) tests may be inaccurate. Most people falsely believe that the machines used in these tests are infallible. To believe that they always work, every time, is like believing your car will never break down. Machines don't always work properly. If you have been charged with a DWI or DUI, call to learn about your options and possible defenses.

Felony DUI / Multiple Offender

If you are convicted of a third DUI within 10 years of your first, you face between 1 to 3 years in jail, up to $8,000 in fines and the permanent loss of your license. As your attorney, Joseph J. Colarusso will seek to reduce the charges or sentence against you while exploring alternatives to the permanent loss of your license.

Underage DUI / DWI and Zero Tolerance

The state of Connecticut imposes particularly harsh penalties on underage persons arrested for DUI. Our office advises and defends underage drivers arrested for drunk driving and / or drug offenses.

Sex Offenses: Everyone charged with a crime deserves a thorough defense. Attorney Colarusso provides aggressive, strategic defense for people charged with rape, date rape, sexual assault, child abuse, child molestation, indecent exposure and lewdness.

Violent Crimes: When you're facing the toughest sentences the state can impose, you need the toughest defense. Former prosecutor Joseph Colarusso has over 25 years of courtroom experience handling the cases of people charged with murder, homicide, manslaughter, kidnapping, assault, domestic violence, vehicular homicide and assault with a motor vehicle.

Drug Offenses: The war on drugs frequently looks like a war on people's civil liberties. Attorney Colarusso defends people charged with sale, possession, possession with intent to sell, drug trafficking and aiding and abetting in the distribution of drugs including narcotics, hallucinogens, marijuana, cocaine, heroin, ecstasy, meth or crack. As a former prosecutor, he understands that the prosecution must prove every element of the charge in order to convict you. If you have been charged with a drug crime, call to learn more about your options and possible defenses.

Theft: Experience counts in defense against charges of theft, burglary, larceny, shoplifting or possession of stolen property. You need a lawyer who's not afraid to go to court for you. Contact Stamford Connecticut Criminal Defense Attorney Joseph Colarusso for effective defense.

Traffic Violations / Motor Vehicle Offenses: If your license is in jeopardy for speeding, drunk driving, moving violations or insurance violations, you need experienced legal counsel to help you maintain your license.

White Collar Crimes: White collar crime generally encompasses a variety of nonviolent crimes committed in commercial situations for financial gain. (i.e. counterfeiting, money laundering, embezzlement, phone/telemarketing fraud, etc.) Sometimes people who know better find themselves on the wrong side of the law. The most common refrain of individuals or organizations facing white collar criminal charges is the defense of entrapment. If you have been charged with larceny, embezzlement, forgery, fraud, extortion, blackmail, perjury, bribery or counterfeiting, contact white collar criminal defense attorney Joseph Colarusso for an evaluation of your case.

Federal Crimes / RICO Act: With the introduction of the Patriot Act, serious felony charges for conspiracy, weapons trafficking and gang-related activities are now subject to classification as "terrorist activities." Knowledge, experience, dedication, commitment - criminal defense attorney Joseph Colarusso brings every tool to the table to defend clients against trumped-up federal charges.

Juvenile Offenses: Joseph Colarusso defends juveniles charged with crimes listed above who are facing a trial in adult court.

Contact the Stamford, Connecticut, or White Plains, New York office of criminal defense attorney Joseph J. Colarusso for a free consultation.