Common Connecticut Teen Driver Accident Causes Getting a driver’s license is a rite of passage for many American teenagers. If you have a 16 or 17 year old teenager, they are probably excited about the freedom that comes with driving. However, young drivers are inexperienced, and this can sometimes lead to car accidents. On this...
Connecticut Teen Driver Restrictions | Complete Legal Guide Connecticut places a high penalty on 16 and 17 year old drivers for violations of teen driving restrictions. These restrictions have been put in place specifically to protect teens and other drivers from teenage inexperience with driving. Teen driving violations include speeding, reckless driving, street racing, and...
Connecticut Minor Alcohol Possession Defense Despite the fact that the legal drinking age in America is 21, many teenagers choose to partake in alcohol consumption. This presents several problems to our society, including drunk driving by minors. Drunk driving begins with possession and consumption of alcohol. In Connecticut in particular, this is a growing issue....
Connecticut Minor Alcohol Possession Laws | Penalties & Defense Options In 2014, a national survey showed that almost 18% of Connecticut’s 12-17 year olds consumed alcohol during the previous month. This was the highest rate in the entire country, according to this national survey. If you have teenagers, or children who are coming up on their teenage...
Connecticut imposes stricter penalties and lower thresholds for drivers under 21, with even trace amounts of alcohol resulting in automatic license suspension under zero-tolerance policies.
