Connecticut § 5-145c - Hypertension or heart disease in chief inspectors or inspectors in the Division of Criminal Justice.
Full text of Connecticut Connecticut General Statutes § 5-145c — Hypertension or heart disease in chief inspectors or inspectors in the Division of Criminal Justice., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-145c. Hypertension or heart disease in chief inspectors or inspectors in the Division of Criminal Justice.
Sec. 5-145c. Hypertension or heart disease in chief inspectors or inspectors in the Division of Criminal Justice. Any condition of impairment of health caused by hypertension or heart disease resulting in total or partial disability or death to any chief inspector or inspector in the Division of Criminal Justice who had successfully passed a physical examination on entry into prior service in any state or municipal police department, which examination failed to reveal any evidence of such condition, shall be presumed to have been suffered in the performance of his duty as a chief inspector or inspector in the Division of Criminal Justice. Nothing herein shall be construed to affect the application of chapter 568 to such person.
(P.A. 73-275; P.A. 76-111, S. 6; P.A. 78-280, S. 11, 127.)
History: P.A. 76-111 and P.A. 78-280 replaced references to county detectives with “chief inspector or inspector” in the division of criminal justice.
Cited. 175 C. 424. Section provides rebuttable presumption of compensability, but does not, without further evidence, include heart disease or hypertension as an occupational disease pursuant to workers compensation law. 266 C. 728.
Source: official Connecticut text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Connecticut § 5-145c
What does Connecticut General Statutes § 5-145c cover?
Section 5-145c ("Hypertension or heart disease in chief inspectors or inspectors in the Division of Criminal Justice.") is part of the Connecticut General Statutes, the codified statutory law of Connecticut. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Connecticut § 5-145c?
A common citation format is "Connecticut General Statutes § 5-145c" (Connecticut). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Connecticut law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Connecticut official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Connecticut attorney.
How does Connecticut § 5-145c apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Connecticut can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Connecticut.