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1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence for Connecticut on
Q: Is it possible to have a domestic violence offense expunged from your record?
Jonathan Sills
Jonathan Sills
answered on Jul 9, 2018

Yes. If the offense was a Misdemeanor you are eligible to apply for a Pardon three years after the date of conviction. If the offense was a felony you are eligible to apply for a a Pardon five years after the date of conviction.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Connecticut on
Q: Is there a requirement for jail time if you are convicted of a second DUI?
Jonathan Sills
Jonathan Sills
answered on Jul 9, 2018

If you are convicted as a second offender, then there is a minimum mandatory 120 day jail sentence that must be imposed. The maximum jail sentence is two years. It is possible to have two DUI convictions and not be sentenced to jail time if the state does not file a Part B information charging you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: Found guilty under Connecticut general statue 21a279a am I still able to get a ccw permit?
Jonathan Sills
Jonathan Sills
answered on Jun 26, 2018

Yes. A conviction for possession of a controlled substance or possession of greater than 1/2 ounce marijuana does not automatically disqualify one from obtaining a concealed carry permit.

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