DUI Attorney Joseph J Higgins Blog

OUI law has national standards, but each state regulates just how strict they can get when it comes to impaired driving. How do Massachusetts OUI laws compare? Read on to find out.

If you think an OUI or DUI began with an unlawful stop by an arresting officer, you have the right to look into whether or not your rights were infringed upon. Massachusetts laws in place are meant to protect you, but you’ll need a lawyer that can help look into your case.

Before you try entering Canada with a DUI, do you know if your DUI or OUI history will allow it? New laws are redefining DUI law to our north and could prevent you from making it into Canada for a visit.

Everything you need to know about DUI or OUI Laws in Massachusetts is just a click away. A brush with the law is no joke. With this important information you’ll be better equipped to talk with a lawyer about your next steps.

In most situations, reporting a DUI to your employer is not obligatory. But it depends on the type of job you have. Many licensed professionals, such as commercial drivers, must report DUIs. A DUI conviction can also be grounds for termination and may affect your ability to get a job in the future.

Major changes are coming to Massachusetts criminal justice law thanks to the MA Criminal Justice Reform Act. OUI and DUI laws will be getting tougher for repeat offenders. There’s plenty to read up on even if it’s your first brush with DUI crimes.

Although drunk driving laws vary from state to state, police use standardized field sobriety tests (FSTs) to obtain probable cause and evidence of driver intoxication. Non-standardized field sobriety tests have not been validated by the NHTSA.

Under Melanie’s Law, DUI and Child Endangerment (OUI Child Endangerment) come with serious penalties, including minimum jail time. If the child in question is your own, Massachusetts child protective services could become involved in your case.

While it is still possible to obtain a Massachusetts nursing license with a DUI, there are no guarantees.

It is possible to get a DUI charge after the fact. As long as there is enough evidence to warrant an arrest, police can arrest or cite you for DUI.