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    • James Milligan
    • Joseph J. Higgins
    • Daniel Park
    • Steven Pellerin
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    • DUI / OUI
      • 1st Offense
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Can You Go to Jail for a Second DUI Charge?

Uncategorized / James Milligan

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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How to Handle a Second OUI Charge in Massachusetts

Uncategorized / James Milligan

 

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Are Multiple OUI Charges a Felony?

Uncategorized / James Milligan

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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The 6 Questions You Need to Ask Your OUI Lawyer Before Your Court Date

Uncategorized / James Milligan

Don’t go into a consultation with an OUI lawyer unprepared.  Bring a list of questions like the ones below, which are essential to address before you get to court:

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OUI vs. DUI: What’s the Difference?

Uncategorized / James Milligan

Facing an OUI or DUI charge is a stressful experience for everyone. Not only do you need to build a defense with a lawyer, but you’ll also want to become well acquainted with the charges you’re facing. In Massachusetts, however, you may find yourself confused about the difference between OUI and DUI charges—and you wouldn’t

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What Happens When You’re Charged with Multiple DUIs in Massachusetts?

Uncategorized / James Milligan

If you’ve experienced DUI charges in the past, getting charged again probably feels like a nightmare come true. A lot of questions are running through your head. How could this be happening? Am I going to jail? How long will I lose my license? Can I go through this all over again?

What Happens When You’re Charged with Multiple DUIs in Massachusetts? Read More »

Can You Get a Job with a DUI? Here’s What You Need to Know

Uncategorized / James Milligan

Getting a DUI is a stressful experience for a lot of reasons. Between the trial in court, potentially lengthy license suspensions, and if you’ve had multiple DUIs, a high-chance of jail time, there’s a lot to keep in mind. Another question you have to consider is, can you get a job with a DUI?

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What Are the Penalties for Multiple DUIs in Massachusetts?

Uncategorized / James Milligan

Getting charged with multiple DUIs is a serious thing. Not only are the penalties more severe if convicted, but multiple DUIs mean the stakes are far higher. As a result, so is the pressure to find an experienced OUI/DUI attorney who can help build your defense.

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Can You Make a DUI Plea Bargain if You Have Multiple Charges on Your Record?

Uncategorized / James Milligan

If you’ve faced prior DUI charges, then you may be familiar with the pros (and cons) of accepting (or rejecting) a DUI plea bargain. If it’s your first or second DUI in Massachusetts, for example, then receiving a plea bargain may lead to an alternative disposition and less-severe consequences.

Can You Make a DUI Plea Bargain if You Have Multiple Charges on Your Record? Read More »

Can You Go to Jail For a DUI First Offense?

Uncategorized / James Milligan

DUI is always a serious offense, but the outcome of a DUI first offense will depend on the local laws of the region where it happened.  Can you go to jail for a DUI? Yes. A more focused question might be, “How great is the risk in my case of actually serving time in jail?”

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