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Q: What is the minimum and maximum sentence for breaking into a depository in Connecticut
Max Lavit Rosenberg
Max Lavit Rosenberg
answered on Jul 27, 2017

Your question is very interesting but lacks details. Was the burglar armed? What were they armed with? What kind of depository. In order to determine how the crime would be classified, we would need more details. It may be well withing your best interest to consult with a knowledgeable attorney.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Sexual Harassment, Criminal Law and Family Law for Connecticut on
Q: My ex husband was arrested for sexual assault on a 11 year old girl. He confessed it and now someone bailed him out.

I am very concerned because we have a 9 in 6 year old daughter and even though this was the first time he got caught but I found out that he has done this before to his niece years ago. I want to get full custody of them even though they're living with me and our Arrangements was flexible but... View More

Max Lavit Rosenberg
Max Lavit Rosenberg
answered on Jul 27, 2017

I am so sorry you find yourself in this terrible situation. The best advice I can offer you is to seek experienced family law counsel. Perhaps you might get a temporary restraining order if you are in fear for yours and your children's safety, by going to the police. You might be able to get... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: Attacked and sustained injuries, how likely will a first time offender be arrested?(CT)

Attacked while sitting in chair. Concussion and waiting on MRI results for shoulder tear. Police said they would file report with courts, now they want to question attacker prior to filing. Is that typical?

Max Lavit Rosenberg
Max Lavit Rosenberg
answered on Jul 26, 2017

You should consult with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible if you have not done so already. Also you should discuss the criminal aspect with an attorney who would have experience in this as well to determine if you need to appear or speak with the victim's advocacy office. Feel... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: Bond fees my safety , harassment?

My son was arrested couple times because his wife, he was bail out I signed those bond, the last time he was arrested he get out with bond again but he did not show to the court, he agreed with his attorney to turn himself , lawyer want my son paid off his bill he already have 28 k, he did not kill... View More

Max Lavit Rosenberg
Max Lavit Rosenberg
answered on Jul 1, 2017

Pay the bondswoman and avoid trouble by teaching your son not to jump bail.

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander and Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: Is it illegal for me to walk around or text everyone I see that I love a specific person?

So I like this girl but I shouldn't contact her. Would it be illegal to send out a chain text to say thousands of people saying only nice things about her and how I feel about her?

Nothing that would be threatening or mean or hurtful about her. She's not a minor and I don't... View More

Thomas J. Maronick Jr
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Thomas J. Maronick Jr
answered on Jun 10, 2017

Is there a peace order or protective order against you? Is she a minor and you are not? These questions would affect the answer to this.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: Q: What if a 15year old has sexual relations with an 18yearold but both of the parents give consent, is it still illegal

Would it still be illegal because both parents are perfectly ok with it

Max Lavit Rosenberg
Max Lavit Rosenberg
answered on May 17, 2017

Not only is it still illegal, its also wrong and immoral. Just because you "think" the parents all approve does not make anything right or legal. Parents may be able to give consent to minor's to marry but they cannot give consent to statutory rape. An 18 year old having sex with a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: Will my bf be released on his next court day on April? He was arrested on march 13 for LARCENY, SECOND DEGREE CF.

Is this a serious crime? He is from the Bronx, NY but got arrested in Connecticut he is currently in Bridgeport jail.

Max Lavit Rosenberg
Max Lavit Rosenberg
answered on Mar 27, 2017

He needs to post bail. Feel free to contact me for a good local bail bondsman. This is a serious enough crime that it is a class C felony and not a misdemeanor. Its punishable by up to 10 years in Prison and/ or Fines of up to $10,000

He needs a lawyer . Please review the Connecticut Code...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Personal Injury for Connecticut on
Q: can I sued a 15 years old kid, I'm 20 years old He has criminal records already

He attack me and I did self defense but he punch me in the face and he broke my nose also I got stitches on top of my nose (between my eyebrows)

I would like to know if I can win my case or if I can sue him. You think I can win my case?

I want to sue him for the following reasons... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Feb 14, 2017

Chances are he doesn't have money so you can sue him but it won't do you any good. As to the bills, if you are eligible for medical assistance try getting it--it is sometimes retroactive. You can file a complaint with the police.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: Is it legal to marry my fiance's ashes in CT
Brian Lehman
Brian Lehman
answered on Feb 11, 2017

No -- “‘Marriage’ means the legal union of two persons.” Conn. Gen. Stats. § 46b-20.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: My Son Was Convicted Of A Crime. He Pled Guilty And Is At The End Of Doing His Bid. Before He Got Arrested There Was An

Award For His arrest. Is It His Rights To Find Out Who Turned Him In & Got The Reward.

Max Lavit Rosenberg
Max Lavit Rosenberg
answered on Jan 4, 2017

It is not his right to know who collected the award. This would be against public policy and prevent good Samaritans from turning in criminals for fear of reprisals. What would your son do with this information? It would be better for him to build a new life and move on.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: Will an investigator or a detective ever send you a text message saying that they are issuing a warrant for your arrest?
Max Lavit Rosenberg
Max Lavit Rosenberg
answered on Dec 13, 2016

I find that remarkably unlikely but I suppose it's possible. I would need more details to offer a better answer. Feel free to contact me.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Animal / Dog Law, Civil Litigation and Libel & Slander for Connecticut on
Q: is there anyone willing to take on a CT state trooper?

A few years ago (may be to late) a CT State trooper in uniform off of his shift arrived at my home and tried to steal a dog from me that his friend wanted. This friend and he made up a story about animal abuse which was unfounded. In the end he stole my horse who I had owned for almost 20 years. He... View More

Sally A. Roberts
Sally A. Roberts
answered on Oct 8, 2016

Before addressing the merits you first need to tell us the date of the incident(s) so that we could determine whether the statute of limitations is an issue.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: I'm on trial on a in rem case I'm representing myself the police seized my property claiming that I was operating an

Illegal pawnshop and second hand store when i crossed examined the detective asking him if he has proof that I sold anything to anyone he said no I also asked him if he sent a (confidential informant) to my business and he said yes and I also asked if I or anyone in my business bought anything and... View More

Sally A. Roberts
Sally A. Roberts
answered on Aug 22, 2016

It sounds like you had some good cross exam questions. Where is your case on trial on who is the judge? What is their proof?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Connecticut on
Q: Can police ask a passenger to turn over their legally owned firearm during a traffic stop?

Does a PASSENGER in a vehicle stopped for a violation, who has shown a CT permit to carry for identification, has acknowledged that he is carrying a firearm, but is not being questioned in regards to involvement in any crime legally required to turn over their firearm to the police during the stop... View More

Sally A. Roberts
Sally A. Roberts
answered on Aug 14, 2016

No, you should not have to turn over your fire arm if you have you permit on you and you are not suspected for a crime. Did the officer demand you turn over the fire arm?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Connecticut on
Q: I recieved a Complaint/infraction ticket of possion of alcohol. Currently on Probation. what do I do??

if I pay it the officer says it goes away. (ticket was based on all hear say there was no procedure done. Breathalizer found in possession nothing) but if I pay it and my P.O found a way to dig it up then what? I wasn't honest and I'm violated. But if I'm honest and tell her I'm... View More

Sally A. Roberts
Sally A. Roberts
answered on Aug 14, 2016

You posted this a month ago - that you were going to your probation officer the following morning. So how did that meeting go? What did you tell your probation officer? You might have a follow up question to post here.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Internet Law and Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: I am a professional female living in CT. my ex's current female friend stole a 5 yr old explicit video from his phone

she sent the video to me from his phone with the phrase "don't play with me" I am now fearful that she might post this explicit video online. I contacted my ex and he had no knowledge of the video being taken from his phone and swore he would never post or share it per our agreement... View More

Sally A. Roberts
Sally A. Roberts
answered on Aug 13, 2016

If it does become a court case, perhaps it would fall under Invasion of Privacy. You might let her know that there would be legal consequences to her if she were to post this video and that you would have no hesitation in taking legal action.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: Did possession of heroin, cocaine become misdemeanors on OCT 1st ? Under Senate Bill 952? Craziness!!

SB952 was "temporarily passed" through both houses and due to take effect 10-1-15 however I do not see anything about the Governor signing it into law?

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 31, 2015

http://bigstory.ap.org/article/0216054dc6cd453f8d83de8bbc84caeb/connecticut-eases-penalties-most-drug-possession-crimes

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: 4years ran concurrent with 9 months violation probation..cancelled probation 4 years special parole 85 % or 50% time

Violation assault 3...cases non violent by me pleading to the violation is the time 85% or 50% even though it concurrent

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 28, 2015

Go see a local criminal defense attorney for a full discussion. When you ask a question, try to make it easy to understand. Ask the attorney who represented you.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: Is it legal to use a bow or pelletgun to hunt small game within 500 feet of a building in ct?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 28, 2015

Isn't there a website or an internet search you can make that will get the information you need?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: no arrest has been made im asking if he has court can I attend it and tell the judge I don't want to press charges

So he don't go to jail and so he don't miss out on his son life ?

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 27, 2015

You have not given enough facts, such as what the charge is and what happened and why now you have changed your mind. Perhaps you should contact the prosecutor's office about this and see whether they will allow you to sign a document that says you do not wish to pursue charges.

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