Case Result

Traffic Violation

2016
Trial Verdict
Naugatuck, CT

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Case Details

Lonnie Dunbar's conviction for operating a cell phone while driving was overturned on appeal. Dunbar was ticketed for tapping the 'answer' button on his phone while wearing a headset. The appellate court agreed there was insufficient evidence to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that he violated Connecticut General Statutes § 14-296aa(b)(1) by 'using' or 'engaging' in a call as defined by the statute.

Additional Notes

Case: State v. Dunbar. Dunbar's testimony that he was activating the call, not engaging in conversation, created reasonable doubt. Attorney Timothy E. Fitzpatrick, Esq. posted about this case.

Naugatuck, CT
3.90 rating (45 reviews)
6 attorneys
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