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abuse of discretion standard in Connecticut

648 Connecticut opinions name it 3 courts 1975–2026 115 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Connecticut courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (42)

CaseFollowedCited
State v. Sauciergreen
conn · 2007 · cited in 7 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2008–2022
2 sentences

2022The standard of review applica- ble to both of these claims is well established. ‘‘To the extent [that] a trial court’s admission of evidence is based on an interpretation of the [c]ode of [e]vidence, our standard of review is plenary.’’ State v. Saucier, 283 Conn. 207, 218 , 926 A.2d 633 (2007). ‘‘We review the trial court’s decision to admit evidence, if premised on a correct view of the law, however, for an abuse of discretion.’’ Id. ‘‘Under the abuse of discretion standard [an appellate court] make[s] every reasonable presump- tion in favor of upholding the trial court’s rulings, con- side

2022The standard of review applica- ble to both of these claims is well established. ‘‘To the extent [that] a trial court’s admission of evidence is based on an interpretation of the [c]ode of [e]vidence, our standard of review is plenary.’’ State v. Saucier, 283 Conn. 207, 218 , 926 A.2d 633 (2007). ‘‘We review the trial court’s decision to admit evidence, if premised on a correct view of the law, however, for an abuse of discretion.’’ Id. ‘‘Under the abuse of discretion standard [an appellate court] make[s] every reasonable presump- tion in favor of upholding the trial court’s rulings, con- side

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Ramin v. Ramingreen
conn · 2007 · cited in 6 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2010–2026
2 sentences

2026If we answer that question affirmatively, we then review the trial court’s determination that the violation was wilful under the abuse of discretion standard.” (Cita- tions omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Puff v. Puff, 334 Conn. 341 , 364–66, 222 A.3d 493 (2020); see also Ramin v. Ramin, 281 Conn. 324, 336 , 915 A.2d 790 (2007) (“the abuse of discretion standard applies to a trial court’s decision on a motion for contempt”).

2026If we answer that question affirmatively, we then review the trial court’s determination that the violation was wilful under the abuse of discretion standard.” (Cita- tions omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Puff v. Puff, 334 Conn. 341 , 364–66, 222 A.3d 493 (2020); see also Ramin v. Ramin, 281 Conn. 324, 336 , 915 A.2d 790 (2007) (“the abuse of discretion standard applies to a trial court’s decision on a motion for contempt”).

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State v. Orrgreen
conn · 2009 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2010–2016
33
Wilderman v. Powersgreen
connappct · 2008 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2012–2016
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Card v. United Statesgreen
scotus · 2001 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2004–2021
2 sentences

2021You just made it very clear that you have no confidence in his ability to represent you. ‘‘[The Defendant]: I don’t want to be self-represented though.’’ We first set forth our standard of review. ‘‘Decisions regarding the withdrawal of counsel are evaluated under an abuse of discretion standard.’’ Tolman v. Banach, 82 Conn. App. 263, 265 , 843 A.2d 650 (2004); see also State v. Fernandez, 254 Conn. 637, 647 , 758 A.2d 842 (2000), cert. denied, 532 U.S. 913 , 121 S. Ct. 1247 , 149 L.

2012The trial judge is the arbiter of the many circumstances which may arise during the trial in which his [or her] function is to assure a fair and just outcome.” (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Fernandez, 254 Conn. 637, 647-48 , 758 A.2d 842 (2000), cert. denied, 532 U.S. 913 , 121 S. Ct. 1247 , 149 L.

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Erie County v. Erie County Retirees Ass'ngreen
scotus · 2001 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2004–2021
2 sentences

2021You just made it very clear that you have no confidence in his ability to represent you. ‘‘[The Defendant]: I don’t want to be self-represented though.’’ We first set forth our standard of review. ‘‘Decisions regarding the withdrawal of counsel are evaluated under an abuse of discretion standard.’’ Tolman v. Banach, 82 Conn. App. 263, 265 , 843 A.2d 650 (2004); see also State v. Fernandez, 254 Conn. 637, 647 , 758 A.2d 842 (2000), cert. denied, 532 U.S. 913 , 121 S. Ct. 1247 , 149 L.

2021You just made it very clear that you have no confidence in his ability to represent you. ‘‘[The Defendant]: I don’t want to be self-represented though.’’ We first set forth our standard of review. ‘‘Decisions regarding the withdrawal of counsel are evaluated under an abuse of discretion standard.’’ Tolman v. Banach, 82 Conn. App. 263, 265 , 843 A.2d 650 (2004); see also State v. Fernandez, 254 Conn. 637, 647 , 758 A.2d 842 (2000), cert. denied, 532 U.S. 913 , 121 S. Ct. 1247 , 149 L.

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State v. Fernandezgreen
conn · 2000 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2004–2021
2 sentences

2021You just made it very clear that you have no confidence in his ability to represent you. ‘‘[The Defendant]: I don’t want to be self-represented though.’’ We first set forth our standard of review. ‘‘Decisions regarding the withdrawal of counsel are evaluated under an abuse of discretion standard.’’ Tolman v. Banach, 82 Conn. App. 263, 265 , 843 A.2d 650 (2004); see also State v. Fernandez, 254 Conn. 637, 647 , 758 A.2d 842 (2000), cert. denied, 532 U.S. 913 , 121 S. Ct. 1247 , 149 L.

2021You just made it very clear that you have no confidence in his ability to represent you. ‘‘[The Defendant]: I don’t want to be self-represented though.’’ We first set forth our standard of review. ‘‘Decisions regarding the withdrawal of counsel are evaluated under an abuse of discretion standard.’’ Tolman v. Banach, 82 Conn. App. 263, 265 , 843 A.2d 650 (2004); see also State v. Fernandez, 254 Conn. 637, 647 , 758 A.2d 842 (2000), cert. denied, 532 U.S. 913 , 121 S. Ct. 1247 , 149 L.

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Otwell v. Bulducgreen
connappct · 2003 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2005–2015
2 sentences

2015See Otwell v. Bulduc, 76 Conn. App. 775, 777 , 821 A.2d 793 (2003).

2015See Otwell v. Bulduc, 76 Conn. App. 775, 777 , 821 A.2d 793 (2003).

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Spearhead Construction Corp. v. Biancogreen
conn · 1995 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1999–2006
2 sentences

2006State v. Hansen, 39 Conn. App. 384, 399 , 666 A.2d 421 , cert. denied, 235 Conn. 928 , 667 A.2d 554 (1995).

2006State v. Hansen, 39 Conn. App. 384, 399 , 666 A.2d 421 , cert. denied, 235 Conn. 928 , 667 A.2d 554 (1995).

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State v. Hansengreen
connappct · 1995 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1999–2006
2 sentences

2006State v. Hansen, 39 Conn. App. 384, 399 , 666 A.2d 421 , cert. denied, 235 Conn. 928 , 667 A.2d 554 (1995).

2006State v. Hansen, 39 Conn. App. 384, 399 , 666 A.2d 421 , cert. denied, 235 Conn. 928 , 667 A.2d 554 (1995).

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In Re Leah S.green
conn · 2007 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2011–2024
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Rosario v. United Statesgreen
scotus · 2003 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2003–2017
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Chavez-Miranda v. United Statesgreen
scotus · 2003 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2003–2017
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State v. Dehaneygreen
conn · 2002 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2003–2017
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Gravius v. Kleingreen
connappct · 2010 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2011–2013
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State v. DesLauriergreen
conn · 1994 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2009–2012
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State v. Tabonegreen
conn · 2006 · cited in 12 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2011–2023
2 sentences

2023Ed. 2d 136 (2021). ‘‘[A] claim that the trial court improperly denied a defendant’s motion to correct an illegal sen- tence is [typically] reviewed pursuant to the abuse of discretion standard.’’ State v. Tabone, 279 Conn. 527, 534 , 902 A.2d 1058 (2006).

2023Ed. 2d 136 (2021). ‘‘[A] claim that the trial court improperly denied a defendant’s motion to correct an illegal sen- tence is [typically] reviewed pursuant to the abuse of discretion standard.’’ State v. Tabone, 279 Conn. 527, 534 , 902 A.2d 1058 (2006).

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Alliance Partners, Inc. v. Voltarc Technologies, Inc.green
conn · 2003 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2016–2021
2 sentences

2020Without sacrificing fairness, our Appellate Court colleagues handle hundreds more appeals annu- ally than this court, with a dispatch we aspire to emu- late. ‘‘[A]ppellate tribunals must exercise their discre- tion to determine whether a late appeal should be permitted,’’ and ‘‘we review the Appellate Court’s deci- sion under the abuse of discretion standard.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Alliance Partners, Inc. v. Voltarc Technologies, Inc., 263 Conn. 204, 210 , 820 A.2d 224 (2003).

2020Without sacrificing fairness, our Appellate Court colleagues handle hundreds more appeals annu- ally than this court, with a dispatch we aspire to emu- late. ‘‘[A]ppellate tribunals must exercise their discre- tion to determine whether a late appeal should be permitted,’’ and ‘‘we review the Appellate Court’s deci- sion under the abuse of discretion standard.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Alliance Partners, Inc. v. Voltarc Technologies, Inc., 263 Conn. 204, 210 , 820 A.2d 224 (2003).

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State v. Gonzalezgreen
conn · 1987 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2014–2018
2 sentences

2016Appellate review of the denial of a request to discharge appointed counsel is governed by the abuse of discretion standard; State v. Gonzalez, 205 Conn. 673 , 684, 535 A.2d 345 (1987) ; which requires this court to indulge every reasonable presumption in favor of the correctness of the court's action.

2016Appellate review of the denial of a request to discharge appointed counsel is governed by the abuse of discretion standard; State v. Gonzalez, 205 Conn. 673 , 684, 535 A.2d 345 (1987) ; which requires this court to indulge every reasonable presumption in favor of the correctness of the court's action.

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State v. Lugogreen
conn · 2003 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2004–2016
2 sentences

2016Ed. 2d 1095 (1995). ‘‘[W]hen reviewing the action of a trial court under an abuse of discretion standard, we should read the record to support, rather than contradict, [the trial court’s ruling].’’ (Internal quotation marks omit- ted.) State v. Lugo, 266 Conn. 674 , 692 n.16, 835 A.2d 451 (2003); accord State v. Orr, 291 Conn. 642, 667 , 969 A.2d 750 (2009) (‘‘[i]n determining whether there has been an abuse of discretion, the ultimate issue is whether the court could reasonably conclude as it did’’ [internal quotation marks omitted] ); State v. Skakel, 276 Conn. 633, 724 , 888 A.2d 985 (‘‘[i]

2016Ed. 2d 1095 (1995). ‘‘[W]hen reviewing the action of a trial court under an abuse of discretion standard, we should read the record to support, rather than contradict, [the trial court’s ruling].’’ (Internal quotation marks omit- ted.) State v. Lugo, 266 Conn. 674 , 692 n.16, 835 A.2d 451 (2003); accord State v. Orr, 291 Conn. 642, 667 , 969 A.2d 750 (2009) (‘‘[i]n determining whether there has been an abuse of discretion, the ultimate issue is whether the court could reasonably conclude as it did’’ [internal quotation marks omitted] ); State v. Skakel, 276 Conn. 633, 724 , 888 A.2d 985 (‘‘[i]

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Bruno v. Gellergreen
connappct · 2012 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2013–2016
2 sentences

2016"Whether the court should have considered ... [an] affidavit submitted by [the movant for summary judgment] presents an evidentiary issue to which we apply an abuse of discretion standard of review." Bruno v. Geller, 136 Conn.App. 707 , 716, 46 A.3d 974 , cert. denied, 306 Conn. 905 , 52 A.3d 732 (2012) ; accord Wilderman v. Powers, 110 Conn.App. 819 , 828, 956 A.2d 613 (2008) ; Barlow v. Palmer, 96 Conn.App. 88 , 91, 898 A.2d 835 (2006).

2016"Whether the court should have considered ... [an] affidavit submitted by [the movant for summary judgment] presents an evidentiary issue to which we apply an abuse of discretion standard of review." Bruno v. Geller, 136 Conn.App. 707 , 716, 46 A.3d 974 , cert. denied, 306 Conn. 905 , 52 A.3d 732 (2012) ; accord Wilderman v. Powers, 110 Conn.App. 819 , 828, 956 A.2d 613 (2008) ; Barlow v. Palmer, 96 Conn.App. 88 , 91, 898 A.2d 835 (2006).

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State v. Hendersongreen
connappct · 2006 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2006–2012
2 sentences

2010“We review claims that the court improperly denied the defendant’s motion to correct an illegal sentence under an abuse of discretion standard.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Henderson, 93 Conn. App. 61, 66 , 888 A.2d 132 , cert. denied, 277 Conn. 927 , 895 A.2d 800 (2006).

2010“We review claims that the court improperly denied the defendant’s motion to correct an illegal sentence under an abuse of discretion standard.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Henderson, 93 Conn. App. 61, 66 , 888 A.2d 132 , cert. denied, 277 Conn. 927 , 895 A.2d 800 (2006).

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State v. Hendersongreen
conn · 2006 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2006–2012
2 sentences

2010“We review claims that the court improperly denied the defendant’s motion to correct an illegal sentence under an abuse of discretion standard.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Henderson, 93 Conn. App. 61, 66 , 888 A.2d 132 , cert. denied, 277 Conn. 927 , 895 A.2d 800 (2006).

2009“We review claims that the court improperly denied the defendant’s motion to correct an illegal sentence under an abuse of discretion standard.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Henderson, 93 Conn. App. 61, 66 , 888 A.2d 132 , cert. denied, 277 Conn. 927 , 895 A.2d 800 (2006).

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State v. Kelseygreen
conn · 2006 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2006–2012
2 sentences

2010“We review claims that the court improperly denied the defendant’s motion to correct an illegal sentence under an abuse of discretion standard.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Henderson, 93 Conn. App. 61, 66 , 888 A.2d 132 , cert. denied, 277 Conn. 927 , 895 A.2d 800 (2006).

2009“We review claims that the court improperly denied the defendant’s motion to correct an illegal sentence under an abuse of discretion standard.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Henderson, 93 Conn. App. 61, 66 , 888 A.2d 132 , cert. denied, 277 Conn. 927 , 895 A.2d 800 (2006).

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State v. Hammondgreen
conn · 1992 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1997–2004
2 sentences

2004Schoonmaker v. Lawrence Brunoli, Inc., 265 Conn. 210, 276 , 828 A.2d 64 (2003); State v. Hammond, 221 Conn. 264, 267-70 , 604 A.2d 793 (1992).

2004Schoonmaker v. Lawrence Brunoli, Inc., 265 Conn. 210, 276 , 828 A.2d 64 (2003); State v. Hammond, 221 Conn. 264, 267-70 , 604 A.2d 793 (1992).

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Franklin Credit Management Corp. v. Nicholasgreen
connappct · 2002 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2012–2022
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GMAC Mortgage, LLC v. Fordgreen
connappct · 2013 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2017–2022
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Franklin Credit Management Corp. v. Nicholasgreen
conn · 2003 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2012–2022
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State v. Gauthiergreen
conn · 2003 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2012–2022
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State v. Milnergreen
conn · 2017 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2019–2022
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State v. Hinesgreen
conn · 1998 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2006–2020
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Klein v. Norwalk Hospitalgreen
conn · 2010 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2017–2019
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State v. Nicholsongreen
conn · 2002 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2003–2018
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Shabazz v. Stategreen
conn · 2002 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2002–2018
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Walter v. Stategreen
conn · 2001 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2007–2008
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State v. Lucasgreen
connappct · 2001 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2007–2008
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Rosado v. Bridgeport Roman Catholic Diocesan Corp.green
connappct · 2000 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2002–2002
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State v. Delgadogreen
conn · 1996 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1999–2001
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Jackson v. Water Pollution Control Authoritygreen
conn · 2006 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2007–2026
12
Eslami v. Eslamigreen
conn · 1991 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2009–2025
12

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Also cited on this issue (38)

CaseCitedYears
Schoonmaker v. Lawrence Brunoli, Inc. green
conn · 2003
2 sentences

2022Under the abuse of discretion standard of review, [w]e will make every reasonable presumption in favor of upholding the trial court’s ruling, and only upset it for a manifest abuse of discretion. . . . [Thus, our] review of such rulings is limited to the questions of whether the trial court correctly applied the law and reasonably could have reached the conclusion that it did.’’ (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omit- ted.) Schoonmaker v. Lawrence Brunoli, Inc., 265 Conn. 210 , 252–53, 828 A.2d 64 (2003).

2022Under the abuse of discretion standard of review, [w]e will make every reasonable presumption in favor of upholding the trial court’s ruling, and only upset it for a manifest abuse of discretion. . . . [Thus, our] review of such rulings is limited to the questions of whether the trial court correctly applied the law and reasonably could have reached the conclusion that it did.’’ (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omit- ted.) Schoonmaker v. Lawrence Brunoli, Inc., 265 Conn. 210 , 252–53, 828 A.2d 64 (2003).

162004–2022
Schilberg Integrated Metals Corp. v. Continental Casualty Co. green
conn · 2003
2 sentences

2011“When reviewing claims under an abuse of discretion standard, the unquestioned rule is that great weight is due to the action of the trial court and every reasonable presumption should be given in favor of its correctness . . . .” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Schilberg Integrated Metals Corp. v. Continental Casualty Co., 263 Conn. 245, 274 , 819 A.2d 773 (2003); see also Rocque v. Light Sources, Inc., 275 Conn. 420, 442 , 881 A.2d 230 (2005).

2011“When reviewing claims under an abuse of discretion standard, the unquestioned rule is that great weight is due to the action of the trial court and every reasonable presumption should be given in favor of its correctness . . . .” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Schilberg Integrated Metals Corp. v. Continental Casualty Co., 263 Conn. 245, 274 , 819 A.2d 773 (2003); see also Rocque v. Light Sources, Inc., 275 Conn. 420, 442 , 881 A.2d 230 (2005).

92003–2012
Landry v. Spitz green
connappct · 2007
2 sentences

2024The question of whether the underlying order is clear and unambigu- ous is a legal inquiry subject to de novo review.’’ (Inter- nal quotation marks omitted.) Mitchell v. Bogonos, 218 Conn. App. 59 , 68–69, 290 A.3d 825 (2023). ‘‘[I]f we conclude that the underlying court order was suffi- ciently clear and unambiguous, we must then determine whether the trial court abused its discretion in issuing, or refusing to issue, a judgment of contempt, which includes a review of the trial court’s determination of whether the violation was wilful or excused by a good faith dispute or misunderstanding.’’

2024The question of whether the underlying order is clear and unambigu- ous is a legal inquiry subject to de novo review.’’ (Inter- nal quotation marks omitted.) Mitchell v. Bogonos, 218 Conn. App. 59 , 68–69, 290 A.3d 825 (2023). ‘‘[I]f we conclude that the underlying court order was suffi- ciently clear and unambiguous, we must then determine whether the trial court abused its discretion in issuing, or refusing to issue, a judgment of contempt, which includes a review of the trial court’s determination of whether the violation was wilful or excused by a good faith dispute or misunderstanding.’’

72007–2024
Puff v. Puff green
conn · 2020
2 sentences

2026If we answer that question affirmatively, we then review the trial court’s determination that the violation was wilful under the abuse of discretion standard.” (Cita- tions omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Puff v. Puff, 334 Conn. 341 , 364–66, 222 A.3d 493 (2020); see also Ramin v. Ramin, 281 Conn. 324, 336 , 915 A.2d 790 (2007) (“the abuse of discretion standard applies to a trial court’s decision on a motion for contempt”).

2025It is the burden of the party seeking an order of contempt to prove, by clear and convincing evidence, both a clear and unambiguous directive to the alleged contemnor and the alleged contemnor’s wilful noncompliance with that directive. . . . [T]he trial court’s determination that the violation was wilful [is governed by] the abuse of discretion standard.’’ (Cita- tions omitted.) Puff v. Puff, 334 Conn. 341 , 365–66, 222 A.3d 493 (2020); see also Ramin v. Ramin, 281 Conn. 324, 336 , 915 A.2d 790 (2007) (‘‘[t]he abuse of discretion standard applies to a trial court’s decision on a motion for co

52022–2026
PSE Consulting, Inc. v. Mercede green
conn · 2004
2 sentences

2021In determining whether there has been an abuse of discretion, the ultimate issue is whether the court could reasonably conclude as it did.’’ (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omit- ted.) PSE Consulting, Inc. v. Frank Mercede & Sons, Inc., 267 Conn. 279 , 328–29, 838 A.2d 135 (2004).

2021In determining whether there has been an abuse of discretion, the ultimate issue is whether the court could reasonably conclude as it did.’’ (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omit- ted.) PSE Consulting, Inc. v. Frank Mercede & Sons, Inc., 267 Conn. 279 , 328–29, 838 A.2d 135 (2004).

52004–2021
Munro v. Munoz green
connappct · 2013
2 sentences

2019Generally, we apply the abuse of discretion standard when reviewing a trial court’s decision to deny an award of attorney’s fees. ‘‘Under the abuse of discretion stan- dard of review, [w]e will make every reasonable pre- sumption in favor of upholding the trial court’s ruling, and only upset it for a manifest abuse of discretion. . . . [Thus, our] review of such rulings is limited to the questions of whether the trial court correctly applied the law and reasonably could have reached the conclu- sion that it did.’’ (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Munro v. Munoz, 146 Conn.

2019Generally, we apply the abuse of discretion standard when reviewing a trial court’s decision to deny an award of attorney’s fees. ‘‘Under the abuse of discretion stan- dard of review, [w]e will make every reasonable pre- sumption in favor of upholding the trial court’s ruling, and only upset it for a manifest abuse of discretion. . . . [Thus, our] review of such rulings is limited to the questions of whether the trial court correctly applied the law and reasonably could have reached the conclu- sion that it did.’’ (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Munro v. Munoz, 146 Conn.

42017–2019
Simms v. Chaisson green
conn · 2006
2 sentences

2013As a general matter, under the abuse of discretion standard, “[w]e will make every reasonable presumption in favor of upholding the trial court’s ruling, and only upset it for a manifest abuse of discretion. . . . [Thus, our] review of such rulings is limited to the questions of whether the trial court correctly applied the law and reasonably could have reached the conclusion that it did.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Simms v. Chaisson, 277 Conn. 319, 325 , 890 A.2d 548 (2006).

2013As a general matter, under the abuse of discretion standard, “[w]e will make every reasonable presumption in favor of upholding the trial court’s ruling, and only upset it for a manifest abuse of discretion. . . . [Thus, our] review of such rulings is limited to the questions of whether the trial court correctly applied the law and reasonably could have reached the conclusion that it did.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Simms v. Chaisson, 277 Conn. 319, 325 , 890 A.2d 548 (2006).

42006–2013
Murray v. Taylor green
conn · 2001
2 sentences

2008When reviewing a decision for an abuse of discretion, every reasonable presumption should be given in favor of its correctness.” (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Murray v. Murray, 65 Conn. App. 90, 102 , 781 A.2d 511 , cert. denied, 258 Conn. 931 , 783 A.2d 1029 (2001).

2007When reviewing a decision for an abuse of discretion, every reasonable presumption should be given in favor of its correctness." (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Murray v. Murray, 65 Conn. App. 90, 102 , 781 A.2d 511 , cert. denied, 258 Conn. 931 , 783 A.2d 1029 (2001).

42002–2008
Craig v. Driscoll green
conn · 2001
2 sentences

2008When reviewing a decision for an abuse of discretion, every reasonable presumption should be given in favor of its correctness.” (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Murray v. Murray, 65 Conn. App. 90, 102 , 781 A.2d 511 , cert. denied, 258 Conn. 931 , 783 A.2d 1029 (2001).

2007When reviewing a decision for an abuse of discretion, every reasonable presumption should be given in favor of its correctness." (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Murray v. Murray, 65 Conn. App. 90, 102 , 781 A.2d 511 , cert. denied, 258 Conn. 931 , 783 A.2d 1029 (2001).

42002–2008
Murray v. Murray green
connappct · 2001
2 sentences

2008When reviewing a decision for an abuse of discretion, every reasonable presumption should be given in favor of its correctness.” (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Murray v. Murray, 65 Conn. App. 90, 102 , 781 A.2d 511 , cert. denied, 258 Conn. 931 , 783 A.2d 1029 (2001).

2008When reviewing a decision for an abuse of discretion, every reasonable presumption should be given in favor of its correctness.” (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Murray v. Murray, 65 Conn. App. 90, 102 , 781 A.2d 511 , cert. denied, 258 Conn. 931 , 783 A.2d 1029 (2001).

42002–2008
State v. Pereira green
connappct · 2002
2 sentences

2003A “We review claims of improper admission of expert testimony under an abuse of discretion standard.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Pereira, 72 Conn. App. 107, 120 , 806 A.2d 51 (2002), cert. denied, 262 Conn. 931 , 815 A.2d 135 (2003). “[T]he trial court has wide discretion in ruling on the admissibility of expert testimony and, unless that discretion has been abused or the ruling involves a clear misconception of the law, the trial court’s decision will not be disturbed.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Henry, 72 Conn. App. 640, 654 , 805 A.2d 823 , cert denied, 2

2003A “We review claims of improper admission of expert testimony under an abuse of discretion standard.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Pereira, 72 Conn. App. 107, 120 , 806 A.2d 51 (2002), cert. denied, 262 Conn. 931 , 815 A.2d 135 (2003). “[T]he trial court has wide discretion in ruling on the admissibility of expert testimony and, unless that discretion has been abused or the ruling involves a clear misconception of the law, the trial court’s decision will not be disturbed.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Henry, 72 Conn. App. 640, 654 , 805 A.2d 823 , cert denied, 2

42003–2003
State v. Pereira green
conn · 2003
2 sentences

2003A “We review claims of improper admission of expert testimony under an abuse of discretion standard.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Pereira, 72 Conn. App. 107, 120 , 806 A.2d 51 (2002), cert. denied, 262 Conn. 931 , 815 A.2d 135 (2003). “[T]he trial court has wide discretion in ruling on the admissibility of expert testimony and, unless that discretion has been abused or the ruling involves a clear misconception of the law, the trial court’s decision will not be disturbed.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Henry, 72 Conn. App. 640, 654 , 805 A.2d 823 , cert denied, 2

2003“We review evidentiary claims pursuant to an abuse of discretion standard.” State v. Pereira, 72 Conn. App. 107, 117 , 806 A.2d 51 (2002), cert. denied, 262 Conn. 931 , 815 A.2d 135 (2003).

42003–2003
In re Salvatore P. green
conn · 2003
2 sentences

2003A “We review claims of improper admission of expert testimony under an abuse of discretion standard.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Pereira, 72 Conn. App. 107, 120 , 806 A.2d 51 (2002), cert. denied, 262 Conn. 931 , 815 A.2d 135 (2003). “[T]he trial court has wide discretion in ruling on the admissibility of expert testimony and, unless that discretion has been abused or the ruling involves a clear misconception of the law, the trial court’s decision will not be disturbed.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Henry, 72 Conn. App. 640, 654 , 805 A.2d 823 , cert denied, 2

2003“We review evidentiary claims pursuant to an abuse of discretion standard.” State v. Pereira, 72 Conn. App. 107, 117 , 806 A.2d 51 (2002), cert. denied, 262 Conn. 931 , 815 A.2d 135 (2003).

42003–2003
Sablosky v. Sablosky green
conn · 2001
32007–2024
Millbrook Owners Ass'n v. Hamilton Standard green
conn · 2001
32015–2022
Fort Trumbull Conservancy, LLC v. City of New London green
connappct · 2012
32012–2022
Noel v. RIBBITS, LLC neutral
connappct · 2011
32012–2022
State v. Lawrence green
conn · 2007
32017–2021
Evans v. Taylor green
connappct · 2001
32004–2021
State v. Golding green
conn · 1989
32002–2019
Szymonik v. Szymonik green
conn · 2016
32017–2019
State v. Rice green
conn · 2016
32017–2019
State v. Baptiste green
conn · 2012
32018–2019
Gianetti v. NORWALK HOSP. green
conn · 2012
32012–2019
State v. Vasquez green
connappct · 2012
32018–2019
State v. Baker green
connappct · 2016
32017–2019
State v. Pagan green
conn · 2003
32006–2018
Mercury Mortgage Co. v. Couloute green
conn · 2003
32006–2018
Dacruz v. State Farm Fire & Casualty Co. green
conn · 2002
32004–2018
State v. Pagan green
connappct · 2003
32006–2018
Richards v. Trudeau green
connappct · 1999
32003–2017
State v. Skakel green
conn · 2006
32010–2016
MOASSER v. Becker green
connappct · 2010
32011–2013
State v. Johnson green
conn · 2000
32001–2010
State v. Hernandez green
conn · 2000
32002–2008
Wendt v. Wendt green
conn · 2000
32002–2004
Taft v. Wheelabrator Putnam, Inc. green
conn · 2000
32002–2004
Wendt v. Wendt green
connappct · 2000
32002–2004

Statutes the citing opinions construe

CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 51-199 (63) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53a-54a (50) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53-21 (46) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53a-70 (39) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 42-110a (35) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 43-22 (34) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46b-82 (34) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53a-48 (31) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46b-81 (28) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53a-134 (28) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53a-49 (28) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 54-86e (28)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

TX 15264 (1977–2026) OH 6694 (1971–2026) CA 3798 (1957–2026) TN 3512 (1978–2026) IL 2286 (1898–2026) PA 2069 (1965–2026) WV 1906 (1994–2026) FL 1373 (1980–2026) NJ 1267 (1978–2026) MS 1162 (1990–2026) ID 1147 (1978–2026) AZ 951 (1957–2026) WA 864 (1970–2026) IN 844 (1976–2026) LA 730 (1984–2026) SD 685 (1982–2026) CT 648 (1975–2026) ND 645 (1982–2026) KS 624 (1966–2026) NC 603 (1981–2026) VA 564 (1991–2026) NM 554 (1985–2026) MN 524 (1983–2026) UT 521 (1927–2026) KY 500 (1988–2026) MD 498 (1972–2026) AR 434 (1989–2026) HI 423 (1983–2026) MI 402 (1973–2026) GA 323 (1930–2026) SC 293 (1982–2026) MO 288 (1979–2025) MA 266 (1974–2026) WY 262 (1983–2026) IA 200 (1947–2026) AK 198 (1974–2026) AL 181 (1981–2026) CO 177 (1978–2026) DE 145 (1979–2026) RI 134 (1989–2026) MT 132 (1983–2026) OK 119 (1992–2025) NV 118 (1979–2026) DC 106 (1976–2026) VT 76 (1964–2026) ME 65 (1980–2024) NE 60 (1991–2026) NY 51 (1978–2026) OR 50 (1996–2026) NH 45 (1987–2024) WI 25 (1970–2003) VI 21 (2004–2025) MP 7 (1990–2025) GU 3 (2021–2026)

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