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Connecticut DUI Defense Attorneys
Ruane Attorneys has been the leading DUI Defense law firm in Connecticut for decades. With an average win rate for DMV License Suspension Hearing at twice the statewide average, you are in good hands with our team handling your DUI case.
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Nationally Recognized as the Leader in CT DUI Defense
You are not alone. We have been through this before and will help you.
In one night, your whole life can change. Suddenly you are facing a court appearance, a fight to save your suspended driver’s license, and the embarrassment and shame that goes with being accused of a crime, even though you are not a criminal. That’s why we are here. We provide Connecticut criminal defense for non criminals™. Let us help restore peace to your life.
All at once your life seems out of control. Unfortunately, a DUI arrest usually is compounded with other family and personal issues, and it may seem overwhelming at times. That is where we come in.
At Ruane Attorneys, our lawyers and staff are trained in the defense of Connecticut DUI cases. We have a reputation for fighting for our clients and winning the tough cases all over Connecticut. By putting our team to work for you, we can take on the stress of the court and DMV fight, and allow you to fix the other parts of your life.
We have successfully represented people who have admitted they had been drinking, had open containers of alcohol in their car, and have had serious accidents. With our firm on your side, no case is a lost cause. We find defenses that other lawyers miss. Each year, thousands of people just like you call Ruane Attorneys for the best DUI defense in Connecticut.
Even police officers and prosecutors call us when they are facing a DUI charge. We never charge for a consultation, so contact us today to get answers to your questions.
About Us
The anchor of our practice has been DUI for over 20 years. Over that time, Attorneys Jim and Jay Ruane have become national leaders in the creative defense of DUI charges, handling more DUI cases in the State of Connecticut than any other law firm. As a certified Criminal Trial Specialist, Jim is adept in DUI defense. Jay literally “wrote the book” on DUI defense strategy that is used statewide by other attorneys in their cases. The addition of “Lady DUI,” Attorney Teresa DiNardi, to the team in 2006 extended the firm’s capabilities to handle cases in every courthouse in the state.
Our skills in DUI have gained the attention of the Connecticut Bar Association, the National College for DUI Defense,the Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the DUI Defense Lawyers Association, who all turn to Jay Ruane to serve as a teacher of other attorneys on how to handle these types of cases.
In addition to his live lectures, Attorney Ruane has published multiple books on DUI defense for both citizens and lawyers.
Help With a Connecticut DUI
We can help you if you are facing a Connecticut DUI. Contact our office to learn more about defense options and what we can do for you.
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Drug DUI
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Criminal Process
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Assault with a Motor Vehicle
Connecticut DMV & DUI
When you are arrested for a DUI, the arresting agency, by law, must report this to the Department of Motor Vehicles. The DMV then processes your information and will issue a notice to you that they are planning on suspending your license. There is only one way to prevent this automatic driver’s license suspension by the DMV – and that is by requesting and winning a DMV Administrative Per Se Hearing.
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Field Sobriety Tests in Connecticut
After probable cause is determined for a DUI stop, an officer will most often attempt to recover more evidence that the driver is under the influence of drugs or alcohol and an officer may ask a person to perform Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, usually conducted on the side of the road, do nothing to prove your sobriety, and oftentimes can hurt your defense.
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Connecticut DUI Basics
In the state of Connecticut, if you are 21 or older, you are legally intoxicated if your blood alcohol content (BAC) is .08 or higher. If you are under the legal age to consume alcohol (21 years old), you are considered legally intoxicated if you have a BAC of .02 or higher. Connecticut has an Implied Consent Law that states that every person who operates a motor vehicle has consented to take a test to determine their blood alcohol content at any time while they are operating a motor vehicle.
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Drug DUI in Connecticut
Getting a DUI is not always as simple as driving drunk. It doesn’t always mean that the police caught you operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol. You can get arrested for a DUI if you have been driving while under the influence of other substances.
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Connecticut DUI Penalties
A Connecticut DUI conviction carries with it several penalties that can have a serious impact on your life. Consider that you face jail time, fines, the suspension of your driver’s license, community service, parole, increased insurance rates, and more.
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Boating Under the Influence
In the past several years, Connecticut has stepped up its enforcement and prosecution of boating while intoxicated cases. The law mirrors the driving under the influence laws, with a few important changes. No person may operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The penalties for operating a vessel under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Connecticut have increased. Learn more in this section.
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Commercial Driver's License
There are a variety of reasons why a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or License with Public Passenger Endorsement could be suspended or disqualified. One reason would be for operating a motor vehicle under the influence whether it is the commercial vehicle or your personal vehicle. A DUI charge carries severe penalties for anyone, but especially for a CDL holder. Learn more in this section.
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DUI Criminal Process
Perhaps the most challenging aspect of a DUI charge is dealing with the stress associated with the criminal process. There are several stressful factors that will affect the defendant, the most difficult of which is the frightening experience of the arrest itself. We outline this process in this section to give you more information and put your mind at ease.
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DUI and Employment
Discussing a DUI can be embarrassing and painful. If convicted of a DUI, you might feel tired of explaining what happened to your friends and family. However, the question of whether to talk to your boss about your DUI is an important one that you should consider carefully. Although you might not want to talk about the DUI, depending on your job and your contract, you might have to inform your employer of your DUI. A DUI could impact your career.
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Connecticut DUI Statutes
What does the law actually say about Connecticut DUI? Find out in this section.
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Out-of-State DUI
If you have been arrested for an out-of-state DUI, you should be aware of the consequences in Connecticut. You could find yourself facing more harsh penalties than if you got your DUI here in Connecticut! Being arrested for an out-of-state DUI is different than a DUI arrest in your home state in many ways. You can learn more with the following facts about out-of-state DUI.
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Assault w/ Motor Vehicle
Driving under the influence can result in many different consequences. In some cases, you could cause an accident or damage property. You might even be charged with assault with motor vehicle in addition to being charged with a DUI. If you find yourself in this position, check out the pages in this section for more information.
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