My friend is incarcerated and charged with murder. His attorney seems to be inconsistent and confusing. What are his options?
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Answered on January 02, 2019
If your friend hired a private attorney, as opposed to being appointed a public defender, your friend can review the terms of the fee agreement he...
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If a written statement described things said to the writer by another party, can the conversation be used by police?
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Answered on December 30, 2018
As a disclaimer, not nearly enough information is provided to conclusively answer your questions one way or another. My comments here are all...
If I take a nolle to avoid using my AR will I be employable after the nolle but BEFORE the 13 months have elapsed?
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Answered on December 29, 2018
In general, CT has enacted a "Ban the Box" law, which prevents employers from asking about an applicant's arrests, criminal charges, or conviction...
Do police in CT retain records by patient or caller name when they respond with EMS to an OD?
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Answered on December 27, 2018
First thing, glad to hear you're still with us. With the opioid epidemic ravaging communities and families across the country, the police...
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Will I be required to do random drug testing if treatment providers confirm I am clean?
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Answered on December 24, 2018
My understanding is that you have not been arraigned yet, so no AR application has even been submitted, correct?... so the hearing as to whether...
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What penalties will I receive with 2 DWIs 28 years apart. 1990 and 2018?
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Answered on December 01, 2018
Providing definitive answers in these types of forums is always difficult because we lawyers almost always need more information - your situation...
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What offense will I be charged for?
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Answered on November 19, 2018
Your question is difficult to answer because not enough information is provided. Worst case scenario: based on the limited description, it is...
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Can I get arrested with larceny 3 degree if it’s your first time
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Answered on November 17, 2018
Yes, a person can be arrested for any criminal offense so long as probable cause exists, regardless of prior criminal/arrest history. However,...
Can I have a felony (dui) conviction expunged? And if so, can I get a gun permit?
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Answered on November 11, 2018
Applying for an expungement (or "pardon" in CT) and a gun permit are two separate processes - you must do both. For an application for an "Absolute...
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I need to know what should i do. My son lawyer was paid thousands of $$$ and ain't do anything and wants 10,000 more?
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Answered on August 05, 2018
I hear your frustration - very unfortunate. Your son should begin by reviewing the fee agreement, as Attorney Woolf stated. In that agreement, your...