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constancy of accusation doctrine in Connecticut

103 Connecticut opinions name it 3 courts 1982–2025 4 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 (25)

CaseFollowedCited
State v. Troupegreen
conn · 1996 · cited in 48 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1996–2025
2 sentences

2025E. that modified the constancy of accusation doctrine, as set forth in State v. Troupe ( 237 Conn. 284 ), and returned to the standard previously articulated in Troupe, which provides that a person to whom a sexual assault victim has reported the assault may testify only with respect to the fact and timing of the victim’s complaint, that constancy evidence is admissible only to corroborate the victim’s testi- mony and not for substantive purposes, and that a defendant is entitled to an instruction that a victim’s delay in reporting is a factor that the jury can consider in evaluating the victi

2023The trial court did not abuse its discretion in admitting the constancy of accusation testimony of M and T relating to J’s disclosure of the defen- dant’s sexual abuse: Under the constancy of accusation rule that existed at the time of the defendant’s trial, as articulated by this court in State v. Troupe ( 237 Conn. 284 ), a person to whom a sexual assault victim has reported the assault may testify only with respect to the fact and timing of the victim’s complaint, any testimony regarding the details of the assault must be strictly limited to those necessary to associate the victim’s complai

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State v. De Wolfgreen
conn · 1830 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1983–2008
2 sentences

1994Although the constancy of accusation doctrine was adopted by this court in a case in which a female sexual assault victim had confided in a female friend; State v. De Wolf, 8 Conn. 93, 100 (1830); we have never restricted its application to female victims.

1987To satisfy such inquiry, it is reasonable that she should be heard in her declarations, that she did so communicate it, and that testimony should be received to confirm her story.” State v. DeWolf, supra, 99. “[S]uch a course [of conduct] would be natural if the crime had been committed, but very unnatural if it had not been.” State v. Kinney, supra. We have noted that, while our legislature in 1974 repealed General Statutes § 53a-68, which required corroboration of the testimony of the victim of an alleged sexual assault as a prerequisite to any conviction for the offense, the legislature has

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State v. Chapmangreen
conn · 1997 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1998–2000
2 sentences

2000See State v. Troupe, supra, 237 Conn. 293 ; State v. Lindstrom, 46 Conn. App. 810, 816 , 702 A.2d 410 (“[o]ur Supreme Court has held that the constancy of accusation doctrine does not violate the right to confrontation”), cert. denied, 243 Conn. 947 , 704 A.2d 802 (1997).

2000“In determining whether to permit [constancy of accusation] testimony, the trial court must balance the probative value of the evidence against any prejudice to the defendant.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Id., 239 . “[Constancy of accusation evidence is not admissible unless the victim has testified, and is subject to cross-examination, concerning the crime and the identity of the person or persons to whom the victim has reported the crime . . . .” State v. Troupe, 237 Conn. 284, 293 , 677 A.2d 917 (1996); see also State v. Lindstrom, 46 Conn. App. 810, 816 , 702 A.2d 410 , cert. denie

34
Trafton v. Correiagreen
conn · 1997 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1998–2000
2 sentences

2000See State v. Troupe, supra, 237 Conn. 293 ; State v. Lindstrom, 46 Conn. App. 810, 816 , 702 A.2d 410 (“[o]ur Supreme Court has held that the constancy of accusation doctrine does not violate the right to confrontation”), cert. denied, 243 Conn. 947 , 704 A.2d 802 (1997).

2000“In determining whether to permit [constancy of accusation] testimony, the trial court must balance the probative value of the evidence against any prejudice to the defendant.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Id., 239 . “[Constancy of accusation evidence is not admissible unless the victim has testified, and is subject to cross-examination, concerning the crime and the identity of the person or persons to whom the victim has reported the crime . . . .” State v. Troupe, 237 Conn. 284, 293 , 677 A.2d 917 (1996); see also State v. Lindstrom, 46 Conn. App. 810, 816 , 702 A.2d 410 , cert. denie

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State v. Lindstromgreen
connappct · 1997 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1998–2000
2 sentences

2000See State v. Troupe, supra, 237 Conn. 293 ; State v. Lindstrom, 46 Conn. App. 810, 816 , 702 A.2d 410 (“[o]ur Supreme Court has held that the constancy of accusation doctrine does not violate the right to confrontation”), cert. denied, 243 Conn. 947 , 704 A.2d 802 (1997).

2000See State v. Troupe, supra, 237 Conn. 293 ; State v. Lindstrom, 46 Conn. App. 810, 816 , 702 A.2d 410 (“[o]ur Supreme Court has held that the constancy of accusation doctrine does not violate the right to confrontation”), cert. denied, 243 Conn. 947 , 704 A.2d 802 (1997).

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State v. Samuelsgreen
conn · 2005 · cited in 5 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2007–2019
2 sentences

2016See State v. Troupe, supra, 237 Conn. 300 n.15 . 14 We note that, in State v. Samuels, 273 Conn. 541 , 871 A.2d 1005 (2005), this court modified the constancy of accusation doctrine by precluding the admission of any out-of-court complaint made by the victim following an official complaint to the police.

2016See State v. Troupe, supra, 237 Conn. 300 n.15 . 14 We note that, in State v. Samuels, 273 Conn. 541 , 871 A.2d 1005 (2005), this court modified the constancy of accusation doctrine by precluding the admission of any out-of-court complaint made by the victim following an official complaint to the police.

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State v. Parrisgreen
conn · 1991 · cited in 5 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1994–2004
2 sentences

2001I write separately, however, because I am of the opinion that the facts of this case provide this court with an opportunity to limit further the constancy of accusation doctrine. 2 This court set forth the parameters for determining whether evidence is cumulative in State v. Parris, 219 Conn. 283 , 592 A.2d 943 (1991).

2001I write separately, however, because I am of the opinion that the facts of this case provide this court with an opportunity to limit further the constancy of accusation doctrine. 2 This court set forth the parameters for determining whether evidence is cumulative in State v. Parris, 219 Conn. 283 , 592 A.2d 943 (1991).

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State v. Kinneygreen
conn · 1876 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1987–2001
2 sentences

2001See State v. Kinney, 44 Conn. 153 (1876).

1987To satisfy such inquiry, it is reasonable that she should be heard in her declarations, that she did so communicate it, and that testimony should be received to confirm her story.” State v. DeWolf, supra, 99. “[S]uch a course [of conduct] would be natural if the crime had been committed, but very unnatural if it had not been.” State v. Kinney, supra. We have noted that, while our legislature in 1974 repealed General Statutes § 53a-68, which required corroboration of the testimony of the victim of an alleged sexual assault as a prerequisite to any conviction for the offense, the legislature has

23
State v. Martingreen
connappct · 1995 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1995–1998
22
State v. Dabkowskigreen
conn · 1986 · cited in 11 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1987–1998
2 sentences

1996We last undertook a comprehensive review of the efficacy of the constancy of accusation doctrine a decade ago in State v. Dabkowski, supra, 199 Conn. 193 , wherein we reaffirmed the vitality of the rule.

1996The constancy of accusation rule “is an evidentiary rule of long standing in this jurisdiction.” State v. Dabowski, 199 Conn. 193, 199 , 506 A.2d 118 (1986).

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State v. Ouellettegreen
conn · 1983 · cited in 6 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1985–2004
2 sentences

2004Although Ouellette did not involve a suggestion of recent contrivance, this court noted that “[b]ecause the rationale of the constancy of accusation exception so clearly suggests the recent contrivance or fabrication exception, there is no analytical reason to approach them differently.” Id., 99 .

1996Although we have characterized the constancy of accusation doctrine as an exception to the hearsay rule; see, e.g., State v. Rodgers, supra, 207 Conn. 649 ; State v. Pollitt, 205 Conn. 61, 76 , 530 A.2d 155 (1987); State v. Dabkowski, supra, 199 Conn. 197 ; State v. Ouellette, 190 Conn. 84, 92 , 459 A.2d 1005 (1983); State v. Hamer, 188 Conn. 562, 565 , 452 A.2d 313 (1982); State v. Gelinas, 160 Conn. 366, 367 , 279 A.2d 552 (1971); State v. Purvis, 157 Conn. 198, 207 , 251 A.2d 178 (1968), cert. denied, 395 U.S. 928 , 89 S. Ct. 1788 , 23 L.

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State v. Kelleygreen
conn · 1994 · cited in 6 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1996–2001
2 sentences

2001State v. Kelly, supra, 256 Conn. 36 ; State v. Sullivan, supra, 244 Conn. 645 ; State v. Troupe, supra, 237 Conn. 297 -98, 303-304; State v. Kelley, 229 Conn. 557, 565 , 643 A.2d 854 (1994).

2001State v. Kelly, supra, 256 Conn. 36 ; State v. Sullivan, supra, 244 Conn. 645 ; State v. Troupe, supra, 237 Conn. 297 -98, 303-304; State v. Kelley, 229 Conn. 557, 565 , 643 A.2d 854 (1994).

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State v. Betheagreen
conn · 1991 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1993–1998
2 sentences

1997“Long standing precedent set by our Supreme Court demands that the following criteria be met before a witness can testify under what has consistently been labeled the constancy of accusation exception to the hearsay rule: (1) the court must balance the probative force of the testimony against its prejudicial effect; (2) the crime charged must be sex related; (3) the witness must be one to whom the victim complained about the offense; (4) the accusation must have been made at a time when it was natural for the victim to have made it; and (5) the victim must first testify, in court, as to the fa

1997“Long standing precedent set by our Supreme Court demands that the following criteria be met before a witness can testify under what has consistently been labeled the constancy of accusation exception to the hearsay rule: (1) the court must balance the probative force of the testimony against its prejudicial effect; (2) the crime charged must be sex related; (3) the witness must be one to whom the victim complained about the offense; (4) the accusation must have been made at a time when it was natural for the victim to have made it; and (5) the victim must first testify, in court, as to the fa

14
State v. Betheagreen
connappct · 1991 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1993–1998
2 sentences

1997“Long standing precedent set by our Supreme Court demands that the following criteria be met before a witness can testify under what has consistently been labeled the constancy of accusation exception to the hearsay rule: (1) the court must balance the probative force of the testimony against its prejudicial effect; (2) the crime charged must be sex related; (3) the witness must be one to whom the victim complained about the offense; (4) the accusation must have been made at a time when it was natural for the victim to have made it; and (5) the victim must first testify, in court, as to the fa

1997“Long standing precedent set by our Supreme Court demands that the following criteria be met before a witness can testify under what has consistently been labeled the constancy of accusation exception to the hearsay rule: (1) the court must balance the probative force of the testimony against its prejudicial effect; (2) the crime charged must be sex related; (3) the witness must be one to whom the victim complained about the offense; (4) the accusation must have been made at a time when it was natural for the victim to have made it; and (5) the victim must first testify, in court, as to the fa

14
State v. Beliveaugreen
conn · 1996 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1999–2003
2 sentences

1999Their testimony did not include details critical to the state’s case, namely penetration. “[Wjhether evidence is admissible under the constancy of accusation doctrine is an evidentiary question that will be overturned on appeal only where there was an abuse of discretion and a showing by the defendant of substantial prejudice or injustice. ” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Beliveau, 237 Conn. 576, 592 , 678 A.2d 924 (1996).

1999Their testimony did not include details critical to the state’s case, namely penetration. “[Wjhether evidence is admissible under the constancy of accusation doctrine is an evidentiary question that will be overturned on appeal only where there was an abuse of discretion and a showing by the defendant of substantial prejudice or injustice. ” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Beliveau, 237 Conn. 576, 592 , 678 A.2d 924 (1996).

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State v. Pereiragreen
connappct · 2002 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2003–2005
12
In re Salvatore P.green
conn · 2003 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2003–2005
12
State v. Pereiragreen
conn · 2003 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2003–2005
12
State v. DePastinogreen
conn · 1994 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1996–1998
12
Town of Preston v. Connecticut Siting Councilgreen
conn · 1990 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2017–2017
11
State v. Dollingergreen
conn · 1990 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2017–2017
11
State v. Dollingergreen
connappct · 1990 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2017–2017
11
State v. Burneygreen
conn · 2008 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
11
State v. Rodgersgreen
conn · 1988 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2005–2005
11
State v. Briscogreen
connappct · 2004 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2005–2005
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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Also cited on this issue (55)

CaseCitedYears
State v. Golding green
conn · 1989
2 sentences

2001Nevertheless, the trial court did issue a constancy of accusation instruction to the jury regarding Grunden’s testimony on direct examination. 9 Because, as noted previously, the defendant did not object to Grunden’s testimony at the trial court, to prevail on his claim before this court he must, as he admits, do so under either State v. Golding, supra, 213 Conn. 233 , or the plain error doctrine.

1997In doing so, he urges this court to abandon the constancy of accusation doctrine. 4 In the alternative, he requests us to review his claim pursuant to State v. Golding, 213 Conn. 233 , 567 A.2d 823 (1989), and the plain error doctrine.

91994–2011
State v. Brice green
conn · 1982
2 sentences

1996In none of these cases, however, has the court retreated from its holding in Green that the sixth amendment is not violated if the declarant testifies in court and is subject to cross-examination. 11 Because constancy of accusation evidence is not admissible unless the victim has testified, and is subject to cross-examination, concerning the crime and the identity of the person or persons to whom the victim has reported the crime; see, e.g., State v. DePastino, 228 Conn. 552, 566 , 638 A.2d 578 (1994); State v. Brice, 186 Conn. 449, 453-55 , 442 A.2d 906 (1982); we reject the defendant’s conte

1996In none of these cases, however, has the court retreated from its holding in Green that the sixth amendment is not violated if the declarant testifies in court and is subject to cross-examination. 11 Because constancy of accusation evidence is not admissible unless the victim has testified, and is subject to cross-examination, concerning the crime and the identity of the person or persons to whom the victim has reported the crime; see, e.g., State v. DePastino, 228 Conn. 552, 566 , 638 A.2d 578 (1994); State v. Brice, 186 Conn. 449, 453-55 , 442 A.2d 906 (1982); we reject the defendant’s conte

51982–1996
State v. Daniel W. E. green
conn · 2016
2 sentences

2019E., 322 Conn. 593, 618 , 142 A.3d 265 (2016). 10 In its memorandum, the state, inter alia, acknowledged that the recordings contained the hearsay statements of J and D, but asserted that they were admissible under the medical treatment or tender years exceptions to the rule against hearsay. 11 Specifically, the defendant contended that the constancy of accusation doctrine is limited to cases of sexual assault, that this was not a case of ‘‘incremental disclosure’’ by J and D and that the concept of incremental and delayed disclosure by abused children is ‘‘well-known.’’ (Internal quotation mar

2019E., 322 Conn. 593, 618 , 142 A.3d 265 (2016). 10 In its memorandum, the state, inter alia, acknowledged that the recordings contained the hearsay statements of J and D, but asserted that they were admissible under the medical treatment or tender years exceptions to the rule against hearsay. 11 Specifically, the defendant contended that the constancy of accusation doctrine is limited to cases of sexual assault, that this was not a case of ‘‘incremental disclosure’’ by J and D and that the concept of incremental and delayed disclosure by abused children is ‘‘well-known.’’ (Internal quotation mar

42019–2023
State v. Kelly green
conn · 2001
2 sentences

2003The constancy of accusation doctrine, as limited in Troupe , recently was reaffirmed in State v. Kelly, 256 Conn. 23, 35-36 , 770 A.2d 908 (2001).

2003The constancy of accusation doctrine, as limited in Troupe , recently was reaffirmed in State v. Kelly, 256 Conn. 23, 35-36 , 770 A.2d 908 (2001).

42001–2011
State v. Francis D. green
conn · 2003
2 sentences

2013An appellate court will make every reasonable presumption in favor of upholding the trial court’s evidentiary rulings.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Francis D., 75 Conn. App. 1, 5 , 815 A.2d 191 , cert. denied, 263 Conn. 909 , 819 A.2d 842 (2003).

2013An appellate court will make every reasonable presumption in favor of upholding the trial court’s evidentiary rulings.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Francis D., 75 Conn. App. 1, 5 , 815 A.2d 191 , cert. denied, 263 Conn. 909 , 819 A.2d 842 (2003).

32004–2013
State v. Francis D. green
connappct · 2003
2 sentences

2013An appellate court will make every reasonable presumption in favor of upholding the trial court’s evidentiary rulings.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Francis D., 75 Conn. App. 1, 5 , 815 A.2d 191 , cert. denied, 263 Conn. 909 , 819 A.2d 842 (2003).

2013An appellate court will make every reasonable presumption in favor of upholding the trial court’s evidentiary rulings.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Francis D., 75 Conn. App. 1, 5 , 815 A.2d 191 , cert. denied, 263 Conn. 909 , 819 A.2d 842 (2003).

32004–2013
State v. McKenzie-Adams green
conn · 2007
2 sentences

2007Judicial decisions rendered after that development, concerning the constancy of accusation doctrine’s rationale, were summarized recently by our Supreme Court in State v. McKenzie-Adams, 281 Conn. 486 , 915 A.2d 822 , cert. denied, 552 U.S. 888 , 128 S. Ct. 248 , 169 L.

2007Judicial decisions rendered after that development, concerning the constancy of accusation doctrine’s rationale, were summarized recently by our Supreme Court in State v. McKenzie-Adams, 281 Conn. 486 , 915 A.2d 822 , cert. denied, 552 U.S. 888 , 128 S. Ct. 248 , 169 L.

32007–2009
State v. Alvarez green
conn · 1990
2 sentences

2005Whether testimony was admitted properly under the constancy of accusation doctrine is an evidentiary question. “[E]videntiary rulings will be overturned on appeal only where there was an abuse of discretion and a showing by the defendant of substantial prejudice or injustice.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Alvarez, 216 Conn. 301, 306 , 579 A.2d 515 (1990); see State v. Pereira, 72 Conn. App. 107, 117 , 806 A.2d 51 (2002), cert. denied, 262 Conn. 931 , 815 A.2d 135 (2003).

2005Whether testimony was admitted properly under the constancy of accusation doctrine is an evidentiary question. “[E]videntiary rulings will be overturned on appeal only where there was an abuse of discretion and a showing by the defendant of substantial prejudice or injustice.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Alvarez, 216 Conn. 301, 306 , 579 A.2d 515 (1990); see State v. Pereira, 72 Conn. App. 107, 117 , 806 A.2d 51 (2002), cert. denied, 262 Conn. 931 , 815 A.2d 135 (2003).

31996–2005
State v. Romero green
conn · 2000
2 sentences

2003State v. Romero, 59 Conn. App. 469, 480 , 757 A.2d 643 , cert. denied, 255 Conn. 919 , 763 A.2d 1043 (2000).

2002“In Connecticut, it is well established that the constancy of accusation doctrine does not violate a defendant’s sixth amendment right to confrontation.” State v. Romero, 59 Conn. App. 469, 480 , 757 A.2d 643 , cert. denied, 255 Conn. 919 , 763 A.2d 1043 (2000).

32002–2003
State v. Repetti green
conn · 2000
2 sentences

2003State v. Romero, 59 Conn. App. 469, 480 , 757 A.2d 643 , cert. denied, 255 Conn. 919 , 763 A.2d 1043 (2000).

2002“In Connecticut, it is well established that the constancy of accusation doctrine does not violate a defendant’s sixth amendment right to confrontation.” State v. Romero, 59 Conn. App. 469, 480 , 757 A.2d 643 , cert. denied, 255 Conn. 919 , 763 A.2d 1043 (2000).

32002–2003
State v. Romero green
connappct · 2000
2 sentences

2002“In Connecticut, it is well established that the constancy of accusation doctrine does not violate a defendant’s sixth amendment right to confrontation.” State v. Romero, 59 Conn. App. 469, 480 , 757 A.2d 643 , cert. denied, 255 Conn. 919 , 763 A.2d 1043 (2000).

2002“In Connecticut, it is well established that the constancy of accusation doctrine does not violate a defendant’s sixth amendment right to confrontation.” State v. Romero, 59 Conn. App. 469, 480 , 757 A.2d 643 , cert. denied, 255 Conn. 919 , 763 A.2d 1043 (2000).

32002–2003
State v. Cansler green
connappct · 1999
2 sentences

2002We disagree. “[Wjhether evidence is admissible under the constancy of accusation doctrine is an evidentiary question that will be overturned on appeal only where there was an abuse of discretion and a showing by the defendant of substantial prejudice or injustice.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Cansler, 54 Conn. App. 819, 825 , 738 A.2d 1095 (1999).

2002We disagree. “[Wjhether evidence is admissible under the constancy of accusation doctrine is an evidentiary question that will be overturned on appeal only where there was an abuse of discretion and a showing by the defendant of substantial prejudice or injustice.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Cansler, 54 Conn. App. 819, 825 , 738 A.2d 1095 (1999).

32000–2002
State v. Segerberg green
conn · 1945
2 sentences

1988Withdrawal of consent shall not affect communications or records disclosed prior to notice of the withdrawal.” Although there were other witnesses who testified in this case under the doctrine of constancy of accusation, see part VII, infra, their testimony is admissible “only when the complainant has testified.” State v. Brice, 186 Conn. 449, 454 , 442 A.2d 906 (1982); State v. Segerberg, 131 Conn. 546, 549 , 41 A.2d 101 (1945).

1988Withdrawal of consent shall not affect communications or records disclosed prior to notice of the withdrawal.” Although there were other witnesses who testified in this case under the doctrine of constancy of accusation, see part VII, infra, their testimony is admissible “only when the complainant has testified.” State v. Brice, 186 Conn. 449, 454 , 442 A.2d 906 (1982); State v. Segerberg, 131 Conn. 546, 549 , 41 A.2d 101 (1945).

31983–1988
State v. Dolphin green
conn · 1979
2 sentences

1985While this evidence of the victim’s prior consistent statements was not admissible on the charge of attempted murder; State v. Dolphin, 178 Conn. 564, 568 , 424 A.2d 266 (1979); the statements were admissible, under the constancy of accusation exception to the hearsay rule, on the charge of sexual assault.

1985While this evidence of the victim’s prior consistent statements was not admissible on the charge of attempted murder; State v. Dolphin, 178 Conn. 564, 568 , 424 A.2d 266 (1979); the statements were admissible, under the constancy of accusation exception to the hearsay rule, on the charge of sexual assault.

31983–1987
State v. Thompson green
connappct · 2002
2 sentences

2011We conclude that the defendant’s claim fails under the second prong of Golding 2 “In Connecticut, it is well established that the constancy of accusation doctrine does not violate a defendant’s sixth amendment right to confrontation.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Thompson, 71 Conn. App. 8, 13 , 799 A.2d 1126 (2002).

2011We conclude that the defendant’s claim fails under the second prong of Golding 2 “In Connecticut, it is well established that the constancy of accusation doctrine does not violate a defendant’s sixth amendment right to confrontation.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Thompson, 71 Conn. App. 8, 13 , 799 A.2d 1126 (2002).

22003–2011
State v. Arroyo green
conn · 2007
22009–2009
McKenzie-Adams v. Connecticut green
scotus · 2007
2 sentences

2007Judicial decisions rendered after that development, concerning the constancy of accusation doctrine’s rationale, were summarized recently by our Supreme Court in State v. McKenzie-Adams, 281 Conn. 486 , 915 A.2d 822 , cert. denied, 552 U.S. 888 , 128 S. Ct. 248 , 169 L.

2007Judicial decisions rendered after that development, concerning the constancy of accusation doctrine’s rationale, were summarized recently by our Supreme Court in State v. McKenzie-Adams, 281 Conn. 486 , 915 A.2d 822 , cert. denied, 552 U.S. 888 , 128 S. Ct. 248 , 169 L.

22007–2009
State v. Hill green
nj · 1990
22005–2008
State v. Bispham green
conn · 1999
22002–2004
State v. Watkins green
conn · 2003
22004–2004
State v. Bispham neutral
connappct · 1998
22002–2004
Lauer v. Zoning Commission green
conn · 1997
21998–1999
Cadle Co. v. C.F.D. Development Corp. green
conn · 1997
21998–1999
State v. Jones green
connappct · 1997
21998–1999
State v. Eged green
connappct · 1998
21998–1999
State v. Hamer green
conn · 1982
21987–1996
Miller v. Miller green
conn · 1988
21991–1994
Guarco v. Curtis green
conn · 1988
21991–1994
State v. Saraceno green
connappct · 1988
21991–1994
State v. Bailey neutral
connappct · 1993
21994–1994
State v. Brigandi green
conn · 1982
21982–1988
State v. Adam P. green
conn · 2025
12025–2025
State v. Davis green
conn · 2017
12017–2017
State v. McClain green
conn · 2017
12017–2017
DePietro v. Department of Public Safety green
conn · 2011
12016–2016
DePietro v. Department of Public Safety green
connappct · 2011
12016–2016
State v. Polanco green
conn · 2011
12016–2016
State v. Ali green
conn · 1995
12013–2013
State v. Acosta green
conn · 2010
12013–2013
Chase Home Finance, LLC v. Fequiere green
conn · 2010
12013–2013

Statutes the citing opinions construe

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