About Our Section

The Criminal Justice Section aims to provide a forum for judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys to exchange ideas regarding criminal law on a monthly basis, present speakers to the section on topics that impact the practice of criminal law, and provide input to the state and federal legislatures regarding proposed bills affecting criminal law.


Section Executive Committee

Chair
Christopher DeMatteo
Pattis & Paz, LLC
383 Orange St. 1st Floor
New Haven, CT 06511
(203)393-3017
cdematteo@pattispazlaw.com

Vice Chair
John DelBarba
Office of the Chief Public Defender
55 Farmington Ave, 8th Floor
Hartford, CT 06105
john.delbarba@pds.ct.gov

Treasurer
Alexandra Arroyo

Connecticut Division of Criminal Justice
101 Lafayette Street
Hartford, CT 06101
alexandraarroyo140@gmail.com

 

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Upcoming Events

  • Apr 29
    The Invisible Sentence: Mastering Collateral Consequences and Clean Slate- Part 3 (EYL260429)
    Webinar- CLE Pass Eligible
    12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)

    While a case may conclude in the courtroom, its legal repercussions often endure for a lifetime. This third segment offers a high-level analysis of the "hidden" penalties that follow a conviction—complex, long-lasting consequences that can fundamentally alter a client’s future. Designed for practitioners committed to holistic advocacy, this program bridges the gap between criminal defense and civil impacts. We will examine the strategic roadmap for navigating high-stakes intersections in immigration, familial rights, and mandatory registries. Join us to refine your approach to comprehensive client counseling and fulfill the evolving ethical duties of the modern advocate.

  • May 04
    Cancelled | Criminal Justice Section Meeting (SCR260504)
    Virtual via Zoom
    3:30 PM to 4:30 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)

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