Most people assume that if the police did not read them their rights during an arrest, the entire case disappears. This, however, is not the case. Learning what these rights cover and what they do not can help you if you find yourself in a difficult situation. When do...
Criminal Defense
What’s the difference between state and federal drug charges?
A drug charge can create immediate stress, but not every drug case follows the same path. One important difference is whether the case moves through the Massachusetts state court or the federal court. That difference can affect who investigates the case, which court...
Can breathalyzers provide inaccurate results?
A law enforcement officer pulling you over and asking you to blow into a breathalyzer can be a terrifying experience. While this device can produce a blood alcohol content (BAC) reading, it is prone to errors. Understanding the limitations in breath tests is crucial...
What happens if you get an OUI conviction for the first time?
Facing a first-time charge for Operating Under the Influence (OUI) often triggers significant anxiety regarding one’s driver’s license, professional reputation and family stability. In Massachusetts, you may have the option to mitigate the impact of the offense....
Are chemical breath test results usually accurate?
Police officers who believe that a driver is under the influence of alcohol at the wheel can collect several types of evidence. Often, officers follow motorists in traffic to record dashboard camera footage of their questionable driving skills. Police officers also...
Massachusetts drug laws and college students: Understanding the risks and consequences of a drug charge
When a young person heads off to college, it’s usually their time to establish their personal identity, explore all the opportunities before them and find their independence. Mistakes are going to be made, and that’s all part of the process. Unfortunately, however,...
What happens when a college student gets a drug charge?
There are many things in your life that you can lose as a college student who is facing a drug charge. However, this does not mean that your life will be ruined forever. By seeking legal counsel, you can protect your rights and be in control of your future. To start...
3 reasons to hire a lawyer after an OUI arrest in Massachusetts
People arrested for operating under the influence (OUI) offenses often don't know what to do. They may catastrophize the situation, imagining the worst outcome possible. They may then make desperate attempts to mitigate the consequences that they face. Those...
Why pleading guilty to an OUI can be a costly mistake
Operating under the influence (OUI) charges are relatively common. Drivers can get arrested for displaying reduced ability at the wheel or after failing a chemical test. Many people facing OUI charges choose to plead guilty. While every defendant has the right to...
Why do commercial drivers have lower BAC limits in Massachusetts?
Any driver can be pulled over at a traffic stop if law enforcement officials have reason to believe that they may be driving under the influence of alcohol. During a traffic stop, a driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) can determine if they will be charged with...

