Connecticut criminal charges

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• DUI / OUI

  Arrested for DUI in CT? Penalties, the seven-day DMV deadline, the Pretrial Alcohol Education Program, and how to reach a defense attorney in your court.

• Assault

  Charged with assault in CT? First, second, and third degree explained, penalties by class, threatening and strangulation, and reaching a defense attorney.

• Domestic violence / family violence

  Arrested for domestic violence in CT? Next-day court, the protective order, the Fernando A. hearing you must request at arraignment, FVEP, and next steps.

• Drug possession

  Charged with drug possession in CT? What is a misdemeanor now, what is still a felony, the cannabis rules, treatment-based diversion, and your next step.

• Shoplifting / larceny

  Charged with shoplifting or larceny in CT? The six degrees by dollar amount, which are misdemeanors, the civil demand letter, diversion, and next steps.