Connecticut General Statutes

Conn. Practice Book § 40-33 (2026)

Sec. 40-33. Emergency Procedure regard-

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Sec. 40-33. —Emergency Procedure regard- ing Nontestimonial Evidence Upon application of the prosecuting authority, the judicial authority by order may direct a law 407 enforcement officer to bring the defendant forth- with before the judicial authority for an immediate hearing on a motion made under Sections 40-32 through 40-39, if an affidavit or testimony shows that there is probable cause to believe that the evidence sought will be altered, dissipated, or lost if not promptly obtained. Upon presentation of the defendant, the judicial authority shall inform the defendant of his or her rights as specified in Sections 37-3 through 37-6 and shall afford the defendant reasonable opportunity to consult with an attorney before hearing the motion. (P.B. 1978-1997, Sec. 777.)