Most court appearances here in MA are currently virtual. If you end up doing a plea, that can be done virtually, but if you decide to go to trial,...

Yes, I believe there is a $195 filing fee. If your income is below a certain level, you can seek to have that fee waived.

Someone filed a police report on me in another state but said they wouldn't press charges if I agreed to leave them alone?

It’s not a bad idea to have a consultation with a defense attorney, but you probably don’t need to put one on retainer yet.

In Massachusetts, you have a right to a trial within one year of arraignment. That said, there are many exceptions, which allow for time to pass...

OUI in MASS?

I can’t imagine that happening. Prosecutors routinely push weak cases to trial. They may offer you a plea, but won’t outright dismiss the case.

What can I do to help him out?

There’s likely nothing you can do to avoid him getting charged. That said, you may be able to help get the case dismissed. You can help him in...

OUI cases rarely get dismissed prior to trial. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, getting trial dates has been taking longer and longer. Hopefully...

Not necessarily. The police don’t even need to read you those rights unless you are arrested AND they are questioning you about the crime. It’s a...

You may have a lawsuit against your ex, and should contact a civil attorney to discuss. As for the police, it is difficult to sue them because...

I handle a lot of license to carry appeals. A CWOF does not make you a prohibited person under the licensing statute. You can apply. A chief can...

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