Can I Refuse a Breathalyzer Test in Massachusetts?
As many drivers have found out the hard way, Massachusetts has very strong laws against drunk driving. Called operating under the influence (OUI), the law makes it illegal to drive a motor vehicle while drunk. This is why it is important to know what constitutes OUI when consuming alcohol, how a breathalyzer...
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Legal Considerations When Arrested for Unlawful Possession for a Second Time
Massachusetts has some of the toughest gun laws on the books. While the Commonwealth does respect the Second Amendment rights of its residents to lawfully possess firearms, it takes a much harder position when guns and other such weapons are unlawfully possessed. If you are arrested for unlawful possession of a firearm...
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Disobeying a Traffic Control Device in Massachusetts: Understanding Your Rights
Like most states, Massachusetts has its fair share of traffic control devices. Designed to keep traffic flowing and the roads safe, these stop signs, traffic lights, yield signs and other devices can also cause frustration for drivers when they are stuck in traffic or late to work. So, rather than come to...
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Consequences for OUI with a Child Passenger in Massachusetts
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has always taken driving under the influence (OUI) very seriously. This became even more so in 2005, when Massachusetts enacted Melanie’s Law, named for a thirteen-year-old girl who was killed by a drunk driver. The law increased the penalties and punishments for OUI convictions, as well as created...
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Can a Traffic Ticket Lead to Criminal Charges in Massachusetts?
Getting a traffic ticket can ruin your day. Whether you are pulled over for speeding, going through a stop sign, an equipment violation or something more serious, you are going to be looking at fines and penalties for your traffic infraction. But what happens if the traffic ticket carries with it criminal...
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Arrested for Unprescribed Medicine? Understanding Your Rights
In recent years, we have seen an increase in people being arrested for possession of unprescribed medicines here in Massachusetts. Unfortunately for many folks, the mere possession of medicines and drugs that require prescriptions can lead to serious legal consequences. Many medicines require that a physician or other medical professional prescribe them,...
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Why Should I Hire a Lawyer For a Traffic Ticket in Massachusetts?
If you get a traffic ticket in Massachusetts, you might want to just pay the fine and move on. However, one can contest traffic tickets, and a lawyer can help you avoid the worst consequences of traffic infractions, which could include fines, license suspensions, and other penalties. For example, an attorney...
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Understanding Your Legal Options for Drug-Related Offenses
Are you facing drug-related charges in Massachusetts? If so, you can better protect your freedom and interests by understanding your legal options. Here’s what you need to know.
Common Types of Drug-Related Offenses
Some of the common kinds of drug-related offenses you may face...
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Understanding the Role of Ballistics Evidence in Gun Crime Cases
Crime TV shows like CSI and NCIS have introduced many to the concept of ballistic evidence. These shows characterize ballistics as a powerful piece of evidence that police and prosecutors use to definitively prove that the victim committed the crime with a specific weapon. The reality, however, is that ballistics evidence, although...
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Understanding Gun Charges: A Guide for Worcester County Residents
Massachusetts has some of the U.S.’s strictest gun laws. As a result, Worcester County residents considering purchasing and owning a firearm should familiarize themselves with the Commonwealth’s gun laws and the potential criminal charges that may arise from violating those laws.
Overview of Massachusetts Firearm Laws
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