The following information is updated periodically. However, laws and regulations can change between updates. State statutes and local ordinances are the ultimate authorities for these issues.

Points of Interest

• Nonresidents may carry a handgun in or through the state for the purpose of taking part in a firearms competition or an exhibition provided they are residents of the U.S. and have valid permits-to-carry issued by any other state or locality. No permit is required when changing residences, provided the handgun is unloaded and cased or securely wrapped.

Speed Limits

Rural Interstates: Cars 65, Trucks 65
Urban Interstates: Cars 55, Trucks 55
Other Limited Access Roads: Cars 65, Trucks 65
(http://www.ghsa.org/html/stateinfo/laws/speedlimit_laws.html)

These speed limits apply unless a different limit is posted.

Absolute (Exceeding the speed limit is illegal per se--regardless of whether it was safe under the specific conditions): Highway limits
Presumed (Driving faster than the speed limit is only evidence of unreasonable speed--you can still argue that your speed was safe under the specific conditions): All other limits

Speed Limits Enforcement Techniques
Enforced through use of:
Pacing: Yes
Radar: Yes
Vascar: No
Automated Speed Enforcement: No
Aircraft: Yes
Laser: Yes

Ticket Payment Methods
Consult your ticket or clerk of courts

Trial By Declaration Allowed
No

Jury Trial Allowed
Speeding: No
Parking: No
Equipment: No
DWI: Yes

Member of Nonresident Compact
Yes

Member of Driver License Compact
Yes

When and Where to File Accident Reports
All accidents must be reported by the investigating police officer to the Department of Transportation.

Resident Insurance Requirements
Liability insurance is required (although some states allow posting a cash bond or such as an alternative)
Minimum Coverage Required:
Injury to one person: $20,000
All injuries: $40,000
Property Damage:$10,000

Phone Restrictions
Novice Drivers: All cell phone use prohibited for learner's permit holders and ages under 18, using primary enforcement
School Bus Drivers: All cell phone use prohibited, using primary enforcement
All Drivers: Hand-held cell phone use and text-messaging prohibited, using primary enforcement
(http://www.ghsa.org/html/stateinfo/laws/cellphone_laws.html)

Other Regulations

• Open intoxicants are prohibited in the vehicle if an occupant is under 21 years of age. Consumption while operating a vehicle is prohibited.
• The BAC level .08%.
• Connecticut has an administrative license suspension law and an implied consent law. The breathalyzer refusal penalty is a 6-month driver's license suspension for the first offense.
• Individuals not licensed to carry concealed in Connecticut may not possess firearms in their vehicles.
• Studded tires are permitted from November 15 to April 30.
• Tire chains are not required.
• Connecticut has a seat belt law with primary enforcement.
• Connecticut has a mandatory child restraint law for passengers under 5 years of age. Children under age 5 and weighing less than 40 pounds must use approved car safety seats.
• Connecticut has mandatory motorcycle helmet law for persons under 18 years of age and all drivers with instructional permit.
• Registration and insurance card must be carried in the vehicle

General Information
Telephone: 860/263-2750 (State of CT Centralized Infraction Bureau)
Emergency Cellular Phone Number: 911