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When facing criminal charges, defendants often have various plea options that can significantly impact the outcome of their case.

Driving while under the influence in any state is possible grounds for a driver to be arrested, charged, and detained in the local county jail.

Anyone who is caught operating a motor vehicle while "under the influence" in Connecticut will be arrested and face charges. Connecticut's laws are designed to deter drivers from driving while drunk, being high on marijuana, or being impaired by prescription drugs.

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal in Connecticut, as it is in every other state. In Connecticut, a DUI carries administrative and criminal punishments. If a motorist has previous DUI convictions, both sorts of sanctions become more severe.

Driving in America is a privilege that can be legally taken away under certain circumstances. In Connecticut, the implied consent law gives the state the authority to conduct a blood alcohol test on any driver at a moment's notice.

A DUI can leave you dealing with any number of consequences, including the potential loss of your license, driving with a restricted license, and a number of fines and fees.

In 2020, approximately 30% of all motor vehicle fatalities were caused by drunk drivers. As staggering as that statistic is, it is a significant decrease over prior decades due in part to aggressive DUI/OUI penalties