If a revoke and revise was submitted within the 60 days, is it mandatory the defendant receive a hearing?

The rule that governs this type of hearing is Mass. Rules Crim. Procedure 29. It is in the Judges discretion whether or not to hold a hearing on...

Can a business man who keeps misleading people and not showing up in court be sued criminally for fraud?

If the guy has a history of not showing up to defend himself in court and letting default judgement enter against him it may not be as expensive as...

Landlord dissolved trust

This sounds like something that you should probably not get involved in. On your lease who is listed as the landlord? Leases in Massachusetts are...

In the state of Massachusetts can a headshop/smokeshop employee infer the use of marijuana with a medical marijuana patient?

While the possession of up to one ounce of Marijuana for personal use has been decriminalized, and the possession of a 60 day supply for medical...

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How can I pursue payment from a Default Capias Small Claims case?

The capias is a civil arrest warrant that is issued by the judge to force the defendant to go to court. You can pay a sheriff or constable to...

Can you be Given a written warning for absenteeism from work if you have a doctors note in MA

A lot of the answer to this depends on the content of the warning at all. If the warning is simply a reiteration of your employers policies...

Can I sue my employer?

You probably cannot sue your employer. However, if you are having psychiatric issues as a result of an incident that occurred at work you may be...

Can we get out of our lease early?

Legally there is no way to get out of your lease early unless the lease allows for subletting or a substitution of tenant. If you have a 60 day...

I went to see a lawyer and did not sign any documents, will I still have to pay lawyer?

If you didn't retain the lawyer to work on your case for contingency, they will not be entitled to "a third" of anything you get from the court. If...

The officer may be required to investigate the report, but that is different from whether charges are brought against you or not. The DA may choose...