When you see those blue lights in your rearview mirror and get pulled over for suspected OUI, there’s a good chance you’ll be asked to perform field sobriety tests. You might touch your nose, walk a straight line, or stand on one leg while an officer watches and takes notes. Here’s what most people don’t […]
Field Sobriety Tests: The Science That Isn’t Scientific Read More »
Most people assume breathalyzer results are foolproof scientific evidence. You blow into a machine, it spits out a number, and that number represents your actual blood alcohol content. Case closed, right? Not even close. Breathalyzers are mechanical devices operated by humans, and both the machines and the people using them make mistakes. Understanding how these
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The moment a police officer asks you to take a breath test after an OUI stop, you’re facing an impossible decision with no good options. Whatever you choose has serious consequences that will affect the next several months or years of your life. The Refusal Route Refuse the breath test, and your license gets suspended
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When you’re arrested for OUI in Massachusetts, you’re facing two separate legal battles: the criminal case in court and the administrative license suspension through the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Many people focus solely on the criminal charges and completely miss the administrative deadline—a costly mistake. Understanding the Two-Track System Here’s what catches people off guard:
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Getting arrested for Operating Under the Influence can feel overwhelming and disorienting. One moment you’re going about your evening, and the next you’re in police custody facing serious charges. While you can’t change what happened, you can take control of what happens next. The first 48 hours after your arrest are critical. This isn’t the
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Charge: Operating Under the Influence Result: OUI- Dismissed; Cop did not show up Police responded to a report and found the client passed out in his car with the engine running. Officer immediately detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from the client’s breath, and observed his eyes to be bloodshot. Client admitted to
Charge: OUI Result: OUI- Not Guilty Client was stopped by police for failing to remain within the marked lane of travel. Officer approached the vehicle and detected a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from the client’s breath when she spoke. Client admitted to having two beers when asked by the officer. Client was
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Charge: Operating under the Influence of Alcohol Result: Not Guilty Client was involved in an accident where his vehicles ONSTAR system called the police. Apparently the person in front of him stopped short for an animal in the road and the client rear-ended the other vehicle. The civilian testified that the client looked dazed but
Commonwealth v. S.M. (Plymouth District Court-2011) Hanson MA Police Read More »
Charge: Operating under the influence and Negligent Operation of MV Result: Dismissed Client was involved in a motor vehicle accident in Kingston, Massachusetts. Police arrived and found the client outside of his motor vehicle with a female. Client was bleeding from his head. Client denied he was driving the motor vehicle although the female told
Commonwealth v. P.H (Plymouth District Court) 2011 – Kingston MA Police Department Read More »
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