People who live in New York and find themselves charged with a criminal offense might feel trapped and as if they have no options. For many people, there can exist a tragic cycle that keeps them in jail or prison or prevents them from putting their lives on a...
Stamford Criminal Defense Law Blog
Hopelessness over domestic violence allegations
If you have been accused of domestic violence, you may feel overwhelmed by the entire situation. You may be worried that your voice will not be heard and that an unfavorable outcome is inevitable. You could be concerned about being unable to spend time with your kids...
Will a drug conviction show up on my credit report?
You may be someone with a drug conviction in your past and are desperately hoping that your bank does not find out about it. You could be considering a mortgage for a new home or a loan for a new business, but if your credit report contains a notice of your...
Can you be charged with DUI while not driving?
It seems pretty simple to evade a DUI. If you happen to be intoxicated and in your vehicle, you just pull over and park. However, Connecticut case law has established that police, under certain circumstances, may still arrest and charge a person with being under the...
Why do people falsely confess to committing crimes?
It seems hard to imagine why someone would admit to committing a crime even though the person is innocent, and yet as the Innocence Project points out, one out of every four people who have been exonerated of criminal convictions due to DNA evidence had made false...
What are the consequences of domestic violence charges?
With trouble in your marriage, the last thing you would want in Connecticut would be to face domestic violence charges. Apart from the possibility of getting a persistent mark on your criminal record, there are some short-term consequences that could have serious...
Connecticut considering “opioid courts” to address epidemic
As a resident of Connecticut who is grappling with an addiction to opioids, first, recognize that you are not alone in your struggles. Opioid addiction has become an increasingly pervasive problem across the state and nation, killing hundreds of Connecticut residents...
What are the long-term consequences of DUI convictions?
If a court were to convict you — or if you were to plead guilty — to a DUI charge in Connecticut, you would probably face a number of consequences. Some of these could last quite a long time. What they are exactly, and how long they follow you through your...
Confusion surrounding drug charges is natural
Some Connecticut law enforcement officers are occasionally overzealous in the charges they enter against those suspected of drug crimes. Therefore, it is completely natural for those accused to feel somewhat bewildered when arrested — confused at a long and...
How much does a Connecticut DUI affect auto insurance rates?
A Connecticut driving under the influence conviction can make your life exponentially harder, potentially impacting everything from how you get around to whether you are able to find a job and earn a living. While the criminal repercussions associated with drinking...

