The odds of you making a prima facie case for perjury are slim to none. Such a charge is almost exclusively brought by the district attorney via an...

Speeding /lane change infractions ticket in Mass about 4 weeks ago - can we still file a dispute? Ticket says you have 20 days.

These are not criminal violations in Massachusetts. You waived your right to appeal to a magistrate if you did not mail in the ticket within twenty...

Are there any types of evidence that attorneys are legally mandated to submit for use in criminal trial?

Prosecutors must disclose exculpatory evidence. Defendants do not have to disclose any evidence.

I have been charged with larceny over $250, utter false check, and forgery in Palmer and utter false check in Chicopee. Help!!!

Duress or necessity is a time-honored, if seldom used, defense. As prior counsel has stated, CPCS is full of excellent and well-trained attorneys....

All police reports are subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and must be provided assuming an appropriate request was made and an...

Do warrents for court fines show up on cory checks

Yes, unfortunately warrants for post-dispositional payment defaults are reflected on a CORI.

Does "duty to retreat" mean that if an initial aggressor throws a punch at you, you are required to retreat.

It depends on a variety of factors, including whether or not the assailant is armed. In addition, those acting in self defense must do everything...

Cancelled arrest warrant

Arrest warrants are recalled, not cancelled. As Attorney Hess stated, it does depend on whether or not you were arraigned.

I received the Mass uniform citation that charges me for operating uninsured/revoked registration car. I have to go to the court

Bring the supporting documentation with you to your arraignment and conference the case with the prosecutor. You very well may be able to have the...

If the Judge orders the return of property and the DA does not appeal the decision, when am I allowed to retrieve my property?

Your attorney can file a motion for sanctions and request an evidentiary hearing.