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Arrested in New Haven? Here's exactly what happens next.

New Haven arrests are handled at G.A. 23 on Elm Street, one of the state’s busiest criminal court locations. Your case is assigned to Superior Court G.A. 23 in New Haven. We focus on what happens next, what can be controlled now, and how to start building the defense before the first court date.

Your Courthouse

New Haven cases go to New Haven — G.A. 23.

Superior Court, Geographical Area No. 23, 121 Elm Street, New Haven, CT 06510. The Connecticut Judicial Branch currently assigns criminal cases from Bethany, Branford, East Haven, Guilford, Madison, New Haven, North Branford, and Woodbridge to this G.A. location. Your paperwork will identify the date and courtroom process that applies to your case.

The exact path after arraignment depends on the charge, case classification, bond status, and later court orders. The immediate point is simpler: for a New Haven arrest, G.A. 23 in New Haven is the court assignment you should prepare for first.

What happens in my case?
G.A. 23 Court

New Haven Superior Court

121 Elm Street, New Haven, CT 06510

Currently serves criminal cases from Bethany, Branford, East Haven, Guilford, Madison, New Haven, North Branford, and Woodbridge.

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After a New Haven Arrest

The first 72 hours.

Step 1Booking & release

After a New Haven arrest, the booking and release process may involve a promise to appear, a bond, or a hold for arraignment depending on the circumstances. What you say during this window can matter. You have the right to ask for a lawyer before discussing the facts.

Step 2Your paperwork

Your summons, release paperwork, or bond documents should identify your court date at 121 Elm Street, New Haven, CT 06510. Some categories of cases can receive accelerated court dates, so read every condition and deadline carefully.

Step 3Call before court

Everything is easier before the first appearance than after it. One call and you'll know what your charge means, what the arraignment will look like, and what we'd do first.

Common New Haven Cases

Charges we defend for New Haven clients.

Nearby Communities

Other towns assigned to New Haven G.A. 23.

Your Court

Know the courthouse before your first appearance.

Read the court guide →

It Starts With a Call

The State is already building its case.
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