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I vacated a property before lease end due to domestic violence under CT general statute and notified the landlord per CT laws. The landlord violated my rights as a victim of domestic violence by harassing me for 3 months after I vacated by emailing me up to 5 times per month demanding rent. What... View More 
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
If you find yourself in a situation where your landlord is violating your rights as a victim of domestic violence, it's important to understand the steps you can take to protect yourself and seek recourse. Under Connecticut law, victims of domestic violence have specific protections, including... View More
He joined my case after I went to two hearings without him hired and he was sick and sent a colleague for his first appearance so overall he attended two so far. Thoughts? He said they failed to send discovery over and then on the second appearance requested they send it again and scheduled my next... View More
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answered on Dec 11, 2024
A lawyer has an ethical obligation to represent a client in court proceedings. You may want to reach out to your lawyer in writing, perhaps by certified mail. Also, you may want to check with the ethics panel to determine what you can do about your particular situation.
I’ve been complaining for a month about my ex-boyfriend who’s soon to be released he has been harassing me before he got incarcerated and I’m afraid he’s going to come back and hurt me or my children
answered on Aug 10, 2022
You need to file a Motion for a Restraining order. Here is the link to the CT Judicial Branch website on restraining orders.
https://www.jud.ct.gov/forms/grouped/family/dcv.htm#TRO
Would this be classified as domestic violence charge if alleged victim is a gf and they have a kid together?
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answered on Jul 11, 2019
The classification of a crime as domestic violence depends on two factors - 1. the relationship between the accused and the victim. A dating relationship would fall within the scope of the domestic violence statutes. 2. the nature of the crime is one of violence - unlawful restraint is a crime... View More
answered on Jul 9, 2019
Violations of any order of protection (e.g. restraining, standing, or protective) are treated seriously in Connecticut by the fact that these offenses are D felonies which carry possible jail of up to 5 years. However, how the offense will be viewed by prosecutors and judges depends on many... View More
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.
I called the police last Tuesday two male and one female police officers showed up. The female took pictures of her arm which has a big bruise. The two males asked the husband if he wanted to press charges against her! He’s abusing her physically and mentally but because he’s in a wheelchair... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2018
Yes, if the man is abusing the person physically that is an Assault, and the verbal abuse most likely equates to Disorderly Conduct, Harassment or perhaps Threatening.
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