Helping People Accused of Opioid & Fentanyl Possession Crimes If you have been accused of the illegal possession or sale of fentanyl or other opioid drug, you should call an attorney as soon as you can. Representation by a criminal defense lawyer may help you avoid the most serious consequences that can be imposed by
Connecticut Opioid & Fentanyl Possession Defense Read More »
Students were returning to school at Yale in August when more than 100 drug overdoses occurred in a nearby park, according to news reports. The overdoses stemmed from a batch of K2, a form of synthetic marijuana that many people spray on plant materials and smoke. Authorities later reported the K2 in question was laced
Arrests Connected to Widespread Drug Overdoses in New Haven Read More »
Many criminal cases begin with routine traffic stops. In many of those stops the police discover evidence of criminal activity. It is important to remember that the police cannot simply stop you whenever they feel like it. If an officer stops your vehicle without a legally valid reason, a lawyer can bring a motion to
Can the Police Pull Me Over for No Reason? Read More »
The issue of bond—also commonly known as bail—has been a hot topic for criminal justice reformers in the United States, and Connecticut is no different. Connecticut is one of many states that recently underwent an overhaul of the bond system, with a new law passed and taking effect last year in 2017. The previous bail
Changes to Connecticut Bond Laws Read More »
The ubiquity of cell phones has completely changed many aspects of the world—including criminal investigations. Law enforcement officers and investigators often closely examine the contents of a cell phone of a criminal suspect or defendant. Cell phones can reveal call and text history, social media messages, emails, photos and videos of recent activities, and more.
Cell Tower Location Data in Criminal Cases Read More »
Experienced Attorneys Defending Individuals Charged With Attempted Murder in Connecticut At Koffsky & Felsen, LLC, our Connecticut attempted murder lawyers provide proactive, zealous and effective legal representation to clients. On what could be the worst day of your life, you need an experienced attorney by your side. If you or your loved one was arrested
Connecticut Attempted Murder Lawyer Read More »
CONNECTICUT CRIMINAL DEFENSE Connecticut has several laws intended to protect domestic violence victims and hold offenders accountable. The penalties offenders face for domestic violence, legally referred to as family violence under Connecticut law, vary greatly depending on the particular circumstances surrounding the event that led to their charges. Regardless, those convicted of charges related to
Connecticut Domestic Violence Penalties Read More »
Have you found yourself unable to get a job because of a mistake you made years ago? Has your criminal record affected your personal life and self-esteem? Have you been turned down for an apartment or do you have higher insurance rates because you checked “yes” when asked whether you\’ve been convicted of a crime?
Connecticut Expungement FAQ Read More »
The criminal laws and justice system in Connecticut can be extremely complex and confusing. Every now and then, it’s important to take a broader look at how crime is treated in our state and the types of cases that are heard by state criminal courts. No matter what type of criminal case, however, it’s critical
An Overview of Crime in Connecticut Read More »
Your virtual home assistant can adjust your thermostat, give you reminders, answer your questions, and more – but can it provide evidence against you if you are accused of a crime? Or can that same evidence be used to show you are innocent of a crime? The newest frontier of electronic discovery in criminal cases
A Pandora\’s Box Of Privacy – Networked Home Assistants Like Alexa Read More »
