Like Mr. Newton, I often ask that the court waive travel restrictions for OUI 1st probationers. It is at the judge's discretion but I have never...

If it was dismissed prior to arraignment, no entry is created on your criminal record. If it was dismissed after arraignment, the entry is there...

Filing the notice of appeal is the most time-critical part. The next step is for the appellant (the person who is appealing) to order the...

Is it permissible to file a summary judgment motion while appeal is pending?

It depends on the type of appeal and the grounds for summary judgment. It's probably best to consult a lawyer directly and have the lawyer look at...

Stage 4 of pharmaceutical sales interviews. I was arrested 6 months ago and my cases were dismissed after 4 months.

It's illegal in MA to discriminate in employment based on a criminal charge that didn't lead to conviction. Employers sometimes do, but you...

Can I press charges for someone pretending to be my husband and calling The cops saying I’m going to kill my self & a baby

Yes, false 911 call and false report of a crime are both charges that apply here.

This is a great question! Federal law has long said that the FBI should seal records of state cases that the state courts have sealed or expunged,...

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You've probably been to court by now, but if the SCRAM is a condition of probation, violating a condition of probation can have a range of...

Can a level two non violent sex offender live with his child?

There is no law in MA that prohibits a person on the sex offender registry from living with his partner and child.

How do I appeal a restraining order? Will the curse words I said under my breath be heard on the court microphone?

Appeals are complex and technical, and the issues an appeals lawyer brings up will usually be very different from the issues the client is upset...