Criminal Law

Before the coronavirus pandemic, an increasing number of people were coming to the realization that prisons were over-crowded, that over-incarceration was itself a critical societal problem, and that the half-century “civil war on crime” was both ill-conceived and racially discriminatory. Too many people were doing too much time. Now, the global reach of Covid-19 and […]

Over the past two decades, the Connecticut legislature has amended our state’s criminal laws to change numerous misdemeanor crimes into felony offenses. Legislators are constantly changing criminal laws to keep in line with what they believe to be the public opinion of their supporters. If certain politicians want to seem tough on crime, one simple

Defending Against Allegations of Parole Violations If a court sentences you to a prison term, you may be eligible for early release. Such a release, however, will come with many conditions that the court expects you to follow for a certain period of time. This process of conditional release is called parole, and any violation

VIOLATION OF PROBATION Representing Clients Accused of Violating the Terms of Probation Many people do not take alleged probation violations seriously. However, if a court finds you guilty of a violation, the consequences can cost you money and limit your freedom for months or even years. At Koffsky & Felsen, LLC, our attorneys provide qualified

CONTACT US NOW FOR A CONSULTATION In any encounter with the police, people often wonder, “Should I speak with the police?” Sometimes the circumstances will make it clear that it\’s okay. You might be the victim of a crime, or you might be simply a witness. You saw a small accident on the street, the

Many federal criminal cases – especially those involving complex white collar crimes – begin with lengthy investigations by federal agents trying to gather a mountain of evidence before charges even issue. Although you may be tempted to tell investigators whatever necessary to deflect suspicion and avoid association with the crime, making false statements to agents

In the American legal system, the prosecution must prove every element of a crime beyond a reasonable doubt in order to obtain a conviction. Reasonable doubt is the highest burden of proof available in the justice system, and requires that the finder of fact have no other reasonable explanation available to them other than the

If you think you need a criminal defense lawyer, you probably do. If you have been arrested and released or are in jail, you should have an attorney represent you to ensure that the police and/or court do not violate your rights. If the police have not arrested you, but someone accused you of a

Connecticut Forgery Defense Attorneys Forgery allegations can arise from many different scenarios and each forgery case is unique. Just because you’ve been charged with forgery does not mean that you’ll automatically be convicted and sentenced to serious penalties. In many cases, a highly experienced criminal defense lawyer can help to limit the consequences you face

Experienced Attorneys Representing Individuals Charged With Indecent Exposure in Connecticut At Koffsky & Felsen, LLC, our Connecticut indecent exposure attorneys combine a strong work ethic, extensive experience, and a deep understanding of the law to defend and protect the rights of our clients. If you or your loved one was charged with indecent exposure or