Massachusetts Criminal Defense Legal Guides (20 found)

Written by Nicolas A. Gordon
The inconvenient truth about criminal defense attorneys is that they are human. As part of the human condition, they are susceptible to being less than perfect. Of course, with your freedom at stake, you can't afford a sub-par performance. Here are some things to keep an eye on.
37 of 64 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense 9 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Kelly A. Broadbent
In Massachusetts, in several instances, the courts will give you the benefit of a criminal clerk's hearing. If the matter is taken care of at this early stage, you can avoid a criminal record.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense 9 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Kelly A. Broadbent
In Massachusetts, criminal cases are not as simple as Guilty or Not Guilty. Here is a breakdown of the possible outcomes that you may receive.
Posted in Criminal Defense 8 days ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by David R Yannetti
Whether your criminal record contains convictions, a disposition of a "continuance without a finding," dismissals, fines and other sentences, you should consult an experienced criminal defense attorney to learn whether you might qualify to have your record sealed.
4 of 7 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense 12 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Jessica Ann Foley
Defending yourself against a restraining order is an option if you are served with an order by an eligible party.
15 of 22 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Jessica Ann Foley
If you get pulled over for drunk driving in Massachusetts, know your rights, be polite, and contact an experienced attorney as soon as possible.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by David R Yannetti
If you receive a summons to appear at a clerk magistrate's hearing, you should consult with an attorney immediately. If you are merely a witness to a crime, you may or may not need to hire a lawyer. If you have been summonsed as a potential defendant, however, you simply must have counsel present.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense 12 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by John A Tatoian
The rules and regulations governing the surreptitious recording of a conversation are complex and depend upon a number of factors, all of which are governed by both state and federal laws. The unlawful recording of a conversation may subject the offender to both civil and criminal penalties.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Richard J. Sweeney
The Mass Registry is going back to the early 1980's for violations and defaults. If you have outstanding violations they will place a "hold" on your license in your home state thus denying you a renewal until you clear up any issues you had while living, working or attending school in Mass.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Kelly A. Broadbent
1. Appeal 2. Examine 3. Practice 4. Understand 5. Appeal 6. Dress 7. Contact
4 of 12 users found this helpful. Posted in Speeding / Traffic Ticket 9 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Jason Y. Chan
When you get pulled over for an OUI there are a lot of things going on. You need to be careful of what you do and not do anything that will hurt you in court.
0 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Jason Y. Chan
It is important that you come across well in court. The court process is very quick and you need to make a good first impression. So here are a few things to keep in mind.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Jason Y. Chan
There are a lot of reasons why you may owe the court money. If you don't pay a court fine long enough the court may hold you in jail. The court may hold you in jail for $30 a day.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Jason Y. Chan
What should you do if you get arrested and the police wants to ask you questions.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Jason Y. Chan
Throughout your life you probably went to your fair share of parties and you are likely to go to a few more before you hang it up. What if you are at a party, and you know someone is doing drugs or there are drugs in the apartment, and the police show up?
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Jason Y. Chan
When most people get pulled over for the first time on suspicion of operating while under the influence of alcohol, or OUI they have no idea what to do. As a result, their actions can really put them in a bad situation when they go to court.
Posted in DUI / DWI 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Irwin M. Pollack
Wiht the help of an aggressive and experienced OUI attorney, you can either have all charges dismissed, or have a good enough defense strategy that the prosecution would be willing to offer you a plea bargain.
Posted in DUI / DWI 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Jason Y. Chan
Alright, everyone hates speeding tickets. Not only do you have to deal with the large fine, your insurance gets increased for five years. Worse, if you have three moving violations in a year, your license can be suspended. So here are a few things to keep in mind for a speeding ticket.
Posted in Speeding / Traffic Ticket 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Jason Y. Chan
Restraining orders or 209A orders are very common. You think it can’t happen, but then you issued with a 209A order and you are very upset. The important thing is to understand what is going on so you can best protect yourself. Lets take a look at the issues.
Posted in Criminal Defense 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Michael Anthony DelSignore
Appealing a breathalyzer refusal suspension is a complicated process that requires retaining an experienced OUI lawyer. A breathalyzer refusal suspension is appealed by appearing at the Registry of Motor Vehicles to request a hearing for a chemical test refusal within 15 days of your arrest.
Posted in DUI / DWI 14 days ago. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts