If you get arrested and charged with DUI, you have the right to challenge the results of any field sobriety tests that were conducted. However, it’s important to note that challenging the results of a field sobriety test is not easy, but you can improve your chances...
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How a conviction in Connecticut may affect your career
Some of the worst penalties for a criminal conviction are those you suffer outside the confines of the judicial system. For example, in Connecticut, when the judge or jury finds you guilty of a crime, the Division of Criminal Justice places a record of your conviction...
Ground for Challenging breathalyzer test results in Connecticut
If a police officer in Connecticut suspects that you are driving under the influence, they will stop your car and ask you to take a breathalyzer test. If the machines read anything above 0.08 BAC, they'll arrest you using that result as evidence. However, you can...
Issues with bite mark evidence
There is a lot of controversy surrounding bite mark evidence in Connecticut criminal cases. Many people believe that it is unreliable and that it should not be used as evidence in court. There are a number of reasons for this belief. How bite mark evidence works Bite...
The problems with expert witness testimony in Connecticut
When it comes to court cases, a lot of information needs to be taken into account: the credibility of witnesses, the strength of the evidence, and more all play a role in how a case turns out. One type of testimony that can heavily impact a case in Connecticut is...
Man charged for Fentanyl possession
A traffic stop in Connecticut resulted in a 22-year-old man being charged for drug possession. The incident occurred in New London near the intersection of Jay Street and Franklin Street at around 1 a.m. on Oct. 20. Police say the man was asleep at the wheel According...
Federal court disinclined to believe this police assertion
If Houdini-like powers claimed by a police officer in one state are remotely accurate, he is perhaps in the wrong profession. Some people allegedly have one-in-a-million vision, clearly seeing things that others cannot even detect in shadowy form. Others can clearly...
Is it illegal to drive after taking prescription medication?
While certain substances might be legal, it is illegal to drive while under their influence. Alcohol and prescription medication can dramatically impact a driver’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. Both prescription medication and strong over-the-counter...
White collar crime: a complex and heavily prosecuted realm
White collar crime comprises a complex sphere within the criminal justice realm. Moreover, it is often misunderstood by the general public in several material ways. Some fundamental takeaways concerning white collar crime For starters, many people underestimate the...
What are the penalties for a second or third Connecticut DUI?
The penalties for any Connecticut drunk driving charge can significantly impact drivers. Jail time and probation can limit drivers’ freedom. Fines can strain their finances. License suspension can make it difficult to keep up responsibilities in their work or their...
