A criminal record can seriously impede your future. It can
affect your employment outlook and even your immigration
status. Early intervention can be the key in reducing your
sentence or having the charges against you completely dropped. Our criminal law practice can help provide you with competent legal representation at a time when you need it most. PT&B
can develop a strategy that can help insure that your rights are being protected and that you are treated fairly. We invite you
to discuss your case with one of our attorneys with complete discretion. There is no charge for the intial consultation in criminal matters. Our firm understands that life does not stop
at 5 PM. If you have an emergency, you may contact one of
our attorneys directly 24 hrs a day, 7 Days a week. Payment
plans are available. Our office can represent you throughout
the state of Connecticut.
Emergency Arrest Line: 1-888-505-2943
Capital Felony Murder: Execution or Life In Prison
Class A Felony Murder: 25 to 60 years Up to $20,000 fine
Class A Felony: 10 to 25 years Up to $20,000 fine
Class B Felony: 1 to 20 years Up to $15,000 fine
Class C Felony: 1 to 10 years Up to $10,000 fine
Class D Felony: 1 to 5 years Up to $5,000 fine
Class A Misdemeanor Up to 1 year Up to $2,000 fine
Class B Misdemeanor Up to 6 months Up to $1,000 fine
Class C Misdemeanor Up to 3 months Up to $500 fine
Driving Under the Influence in Connecticut
In the state of Connecticut, you are considered driving under the influence when:
•Drivers under 21 with a blood alcohol concentration level (BAC) of .02% or higher.
•Any vehicle requiring a commercial driver license with a BAC of .04% or higher.
•All drivers with a BAC of .08% or higher.
Under the implied consent law in Connecticut, by holding a State of Connecticut drivers license, you agree to submit to a chemical test of your blood, breath or urine. Refusing to abide by the implied consent law carries penalties similar to a drunk driving conviction. If it is your first offense, you may be eligible for a diversionary program that can result in no conviction on your criminal record as well as a special permit to drive to your place of work.
1st DUI Conviction
•48 Hour Minimum up to 6 Months Jail
or 100 Community Service Hours if
Jail is Suspended
•$500 to $1,000 Fine
•1 Year License Suspension
•Substance Abuse Treatment Program
•Vehicle Towed & Impounded 48 Hrs
2nd DUI Conviction
•Minimum 120 Days Jail up to 2 Years
•Fine – From $1,000 to $4,000
•1 Year License Suspension –
•Ignition Interlock Device for 2 Years
After Suspension
& Min.100 Hrs Community Service –
3rd DUI Conviction
•1 Year Minimum up to 3 Years Jail
•Fine – From $2,000 to $8,000
•Permanent License Revocation*
•Community Service – Minimum 100 Hours
* May Request Hearing after 6 yrs
Larceny Chart
In Connecticut, there are six different classifications of larceny. The classification usually depends on the value
of the property that was stolen.
First Degree Over $10,000 Class B felony
Second Degree Over $5,000 Class C felony
Third Degree Over $1,000 Class D felony
Fourth Degree Over $500 Class A misdemeanor
Fifth Degree Over $250 Class B misdemeanor
Sixth Degree $250 or less Class C misdemeanor
