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What Our Clients Say

I had a very unusual case and Attorney Teresa DiNardi handled it in the best way possible. She was very responsive to all of my (many) questions and was very reassuring. I am extremely satisfied with my experience and would highly recommend her to anyone in need of an attorney.

Luis A.

Not guilty! Though true all along, I am not a great witness in court, the legal system is best left to the experts and my attorney fit the bill perfectly! I am grateful.

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Very easy firm to deal with. Everyone is very kind and helpful. No beating around the bush conversations. Straight to the truth.

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Before Your Arrest

There are many legal considerations and issues that a person might face before they are even arrested. In order to protect your rights in a pre-arrest situation, check out the pages in this section of our website.

Police and Search Warrants

First, consider situations where you might have to deal with the police and search warrants. Search warrants are needed in many situations if the police want to conduct a search. The search warrant protects citizens’ rights and protects them from unlawful searches. You can learn about searches of your person on this page and when a warrant is/is not necessary.

Also consider when the police can or cannot search your home. Do police officers always need a search warrant to get into your home? You can find out on this page. Another place where you might be subject to a search by the police is at your office. If you are at work, can the police come search your office or desk? Or can your boss search through your things? We discuss these issues on this page.

Another very common type of search that we see is the automobile search. Oftentimes a police officer will pull someone over for something simple, such as speeding, but then they will try to search the vehicle. There are some situations where a search is allowed, particularly if you give consent. In other situations, the police officer needs a warrant to search your vehicle. We cover automobile searches on this page.

Finally, when can the police search your smartphone? You likely have a lot of sensitive material on your phone, including private messages, passwords, search history, and more. Can the police just take your phone? Find out here.

Legal Terms and Rights

Having a solid understanding of some basic legal terms can also help you through a pre-arrest situation or a run-in with the law. We have several guides to legal terms on our website. Learn more about definitions and terms here. Also check out our crimes definitions page, as well as this crime chart that shows some definitions and penalties for Connecticut crimes.

Also make sure that you know your rights if you have a run-in with the police. Review the Bill of Rights as well as the Miranda Rights to make sure that your rights are protected.

Hiring a Lawyer

If you are concerned that you will be arrested for a crime, it is best to consult with a lawyer as soon as possible. Check out our page on when to hire a lawyer for more information on the right time to hire. Next, consider who you should hire to defend you for a criminal situation in Connecticut. Not all lawyers are the same. On this page, you can learn more about how to find a lawyer who can provide the best help for your situation. Finally, review our page on how to hire a lawyer for some additional tips.

Facing a pre-arrest situation can cause a lot of anxiety because you don’t know what will happen next. Feel free to contact our office with any questions that you have. We are happy to help you during this difficult time.

Before Your Arrest Information

What To Do If You Get an Arrest Warrant Letter

Most people think of arrests for criminal activity in Connecticut as things that happen immediately. The police see you breaking the law or suspect that you are doing so, and they arrest you on the spot. While this is one way that people can get arrested in Connecticut, and a common way at that, it

Legal Terms & Rights

Throughout the course of a criminal case, there are many complicated legal terms that get thrown around. For clients, the uncertainty of what terms mean can make an intense legal battle even more difficult. Though your attorney is there to assist you and answer questions you may have about your case, it may be helpful

Search Warrants

Where a defendant can show an actual subjective expectation of privacy in the place searched (or object seized) and that the expectation of privacy is one that society is prepared to recognize as reasonable, the government must have a warrant supported by probable cause before executing a search. The guidelines for obtaining search warrants are found

When to Hire a Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyer

Understanding the criminal justice process can help you be aware of a charge that is brought against you. Also, it can help you understand how to fight such a charge. If you are being charged with a criminal offense, you should retain a Connecticut criminal defense lawyer. However, understanding at what point to retain such a