Legal Question in Criminal Law in Connecticut

Public Indecency
I was staying overnight at a casino. At 3:00 am I was arrested by the State Police for �Public Indecency.�

I went with my mother. We had recently gone through some family medical issues with my sister-in-law, (breast cancer) it was a very stressful few weeks. My sister-in-law was out of the woods and we were looking to have fun and relax. We decided to go to the casino.

I ventured off by myself. I was having way too much fun. I met a man by the name of �Stan.� We went to a dance club. I drank too much. I became intoxicated.

We found a private spot down a dead end hallway, beneath a dark stairwell and kissed like teenagers. The area was deserted and we didn�t see any harm in stealing some kisses.

I was arrested for �Public Indecency� and expelled from the casino permanently. Any advice on how to plea? I was making out in public. And I was intoxicated. Even we were hiding in a �private� location, it was still considered �in public.�

If I plead not guilty, do they try me then and there or do they continue the case at a later date?

Asked on 9/09/08, 5:04 pm

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Re: Public Indecency

You really need a lawyer. If you have no prior criminal history you may be eligible for a diversionary program that will result in a dismissal of the charges. If you plead not guilty the case is continued by the court so that you may discuss the case with the prosecutor. If you can't reach an agreement to resolve the case with the prosecutor, then your case would be scheduled for a trial. My website, www.ctcrimelaw.com, gives an overview of the criminal process in Connecticut. You should try to avoid pleading guilty to that particular crime. Feel free to call me to discuss.

Answered on 9/09/08, 6:51 pm

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