If you’ve been charged with an OUI in Massachusetts and are awaiting your court date, you may be wondering what’s going to happen if you’re convicted. In this blog, we’ll break down all the possible penalties for a first offense OUI.
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DUI checkpoints in Massachusetts are part of an ongoing campaign of efforts, conducted by law enforcement and the state government, against drunk driving. The intention is to reduce drunk driving accidents without conducting unwarranted searches, which would compromise citizens’ constitutional rights. Read on to learn more about what OUI/DUI checkpoints are and what’s expected of
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The Massachusetts legal system has had a fraught relationship with breathalyzers for years that has prompted many to question if breathalyzers are accurate. However, the answer to the question “are breathalyzers accurate” isn’t straightforward. The short answer is: breathalyzer test accuracy depends on the circumstances. In theory, they should be perfectly accurate. In practice, the
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A conviction for operating a vehicle under the influence, more commonly referred to as an OUI or a DUI, has a variety of consequences. The administrative penalties include license suspension and license reinstatement fees. The criminal penalties include fines, jail time, and ignition interlock device installation. But outside of the legally-imposed repercussions of an OUI,
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A felony is the most serious kind of crime with which a person can be charged. Because felonies are so serious, they come with mandatory prison sentences. DUI and OUI laws vary from state to state, so the categorization of OUI charges as either a misdemeanor or a felony can depend on your location. So
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OUI/DUI cases in Massachusetts have had a complicated relationship with breathalyzer test evidence for a few years now—a relationship that only continues to develop as the District Court makes additional rulings on the subject.
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It’s common knowledge that police officers are not able to search for evidence of criminal activity without a warrant. The Fourth Amendment outlines this limitation in order to protect the rights of citizens. However, there are exceptions to this limitation, one of which is the community caretaking doctrine.
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Finding a lawyer is a daunting task and it’s one you often have to deal with during an already stressful time. You want the best representation possible, but there are so many factors to consider. So, how do you go about choosing a lawyer? One option is to use an online lawyer directory like Avvo.
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Finding an attorney can be an overwhelming task. When you’re dealing with a difficult legal situation, such as a OUI/DUI charge, you’re going to be stressed and in search of a well-reviewed lawyer who has the experience to guide you through the complicated legal process and who will work hard to ensure you get the
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In the state of Massachusetts, reckless driving charges and DUI charges are not the same offense and have some unique features.
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