The attorneys at Mark Sherman Law are often asked whether a criminal lawyer is needed to handle Evading Responsibility charge. Often police in Stamford, Greenwich, Darien, Westport, Wilton, Fairfield, Norwalk and New Canaan will issue a misdemeanor summons and complaint ticket for Evading Responsibility and will not book the suspect down at the police station—that is, they will not photograph, fingerprint or otherwise process the suspect for an Evading Responsibility charge. Know, however, that this is still an arrest for a misdemeanor or felony, in spite of the fact that it may just feel like a speeding ticket. Unfortunately, this loose and lax process sometimes spills over into court and people then plead guilty to the Evading Responsibility charge and pay a modest fine, not fully appreciating they have just created a permanent criminal conviction record for themselves. Therefore, prior to making any pleas in court, it’s a good idea to consult a Connecticut criminal lawyer who could help you navigate the court process.