Facing a second DUI charge in Massachusetts is a stressful experience. Massachusetts has some of the harshest penalties for DUI/OUI convictions in the country, and as a result, any DUI conviction could lead to jail time.
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The Massachusetts OUI Statute is a collection of laws, regulations, and consequences described in Chapter 90, Section 24 of Massachusetts General Laws. Together, these laws determine how the Commonwealth of Massachusetts will treat instances of: “Operating a motor vehicle Under the Influence of alcohol or drugs” (OUI).
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If you’ve been arrested for DUI for the second time, it’s natural to feel scared. A second DUI offense threatens you with more significant consequences and fewer options for leniency than those available to first offenders.
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There is no law that prohibits employers from hiring people with two DUIs on their criminal record.
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A second DUI conviction will result in a suspension of your Massachusetts driver’s license. However, the suspension’s length and your eligibility for a hardship license can vary depending on your case’s circumstances.
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It’s almost always beneficial to fight a second OUI charge instead of pleading guilty. Here are the three central reasons why:
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A second DUI charge is a misdemeanor in Massachusetts (unless there is some escalating factor). This means, under normal circumstances, there is no risk of going to a federal or state prison. However, defendants still face the possibility of local jail time for second DUI convictions.
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A second DUI charge is a serious matter, but the outcome of your case is not set in stone. With the proper defense, you’ll have a better chance to avoid jail time—even for a second DUI.
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If you’ve been arrested and charged with OUI—even if it’s your second offense—you will most likely be facing misdemeanor OUI charges in Massachusetts. There would need to be additional circumstances in the case for the state to impose felony OUI charges.
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