Understanding DUI Charges
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Driving under the influence (DUI) is taken seriously in Connecticut. The law here is strict: if you're operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher, you're at risk of a DUI charge. The stakes are higher for commercial drivers and individuals under 21, who have lower BAC thresholds. DUI isn't limited to alcohol—it includes impairment from legal or illegal substances. The types of DUI cases can vary, including first-time offenses, repeat DUIs, and those involving injury or property damage.
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Types of DUI in Connecticut
In Connecticut, DUI offenses are categorized based on the severity of the incident and the driver’s history, leading to different degrees of charges and penalties. These classifications are designed to address various levels of risk and prior offenses, ensuring that penalties are appropriately severe to discourage impaired driving and protect public safety. The law specifies several types of DUIs, each with distinct criteria and consequences.
Each type of DUI charge in Connecticut necessitates a tailored legal approach to effectively manage the consequences and seek the most favorable outcomes.
Potential Penalties for DUI
Penalties for a DUI in Connecticut are severe and can affect various aspects of your life. A conviction leads to:
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Following an arrest, you may be scared, upset, and probably have many questions. We are here to ease your nerves, answer your questions and begin defending you. Whether you are facing charges for DUI, domestic violence, assault, larceny, drugs, or a gun offense, the experienced team at BBB Attorneys can guide you through the Connecticut court system and get results. In any criminal case, the stakes could not be hirer: your freedom is at stake.
OUr 3-Pronged Approach
From the very beginning, our criminal defense lawyers will work with you to gather evidence and build a strong defense to protect your future. We have a unique three prong approach to your defense:
Factual Defense
A defense where the prosecution must prove the necessary facts beyond a reasonable doubt.
Legal Defense
A defense based on legal grounds, such as a Fourth Amendment violation, preventing evidence admission.
Social Defense
A defense that involves presenting all favorable client information to the judge and the prosecutor on the case.
Navigating Criminal Charges Locally
When someone is facing criminal charges in New Haven, Hartford, or Fairfield counties, it is important they contact an attorney who understands and has experience with the local courts. An attorney who regularly handles cases in the specific jurisdiction in which you case is pending will have a concrete understanding of how the prosecutor’s office works and be more familiar with the practices and viewpoints of judges. This is the type of knowledge and experience you want when hiring an attorney for a criminal case.
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At BBB Attorneys, our Connecticut criminal defense attorneys have the experience to represent you in all types of cases – from a minor breach of peace to the most serious crime of murder. We have handled these cases at all stages including pretrial, trial, and appeal, at all level of Connecticut courts including our Superior Court, Appellate Court, and Supreme Court. We are not afraid to take a case to trial and vigorously represent our clients before a jury. We bring experience, dedication, and zealous advocacy to our clients to fight for them in order to obtain results. If you have been arrested, do not hesitate to contact an experienced Connecticut criminal defense attorney. There is simply too much at stake to delay. We are here to fight for you, protect your freedom, and get results.
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