DUI MA Community Service

If you receive permission from CA probation to perform community service In Springfield, you can contact the Open Pantry Teen Living Program 413...

There are a lot of consequences to a Guilty plea/conviction on an OUI that go further than just the immediate penalty. Just because your...

Do I need a lawyer to appear with me in court for this citation?

You should bring proof of you reinstated registration and proof of insurance (get a current letter from the carrier, don't rely on a policy as...

I live in Massachusetts. Is it illegal for a nationwide food chain to refuse to tell me the ingredients for food products?

Most, if not all, restaurants withhold some of the ingredients from their foods for precisely the reason listed in their response--they don't want...

How long can a person be sent to a mental hospital if found guilty by reason of temp insanity?

In your explanation, I am going to assume that the defendant was examined by a doctor at a mental hospital and that he was found to be mentally...

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How long would it take to change from a court appointed attorney to a hired one?

You say that your "court date" is two weeks away--what type of court date? Pre-trial? Trial? You can certainly change lawyers prior to a court...

A couple of questions about my public defender.

Your public defender was honest with you about his role in your case. CPCS attorneys and bar advocates manage large caseloads, as you can imagine,...

Need criminal appeal attorney for a 1st-degree murder case. New evidence - cause of death opinion from national expert.

If you need pro bono or low-cost services, you should contact CPCS (www.publiccounsel.net) to see if you qualify for representation for their...

What will be the most likely outcome and my approach to my first minor in possession of alcohol?

This looks related to an earlier question, but I'm going to answer it assuming the facts. First, a minor in possession carries a maximum penalty...

What happens for a second offense minor in possession of alcohol in MA?

You may all be charged with alcohol in possession, so who actually was charged? The penalty for a guilty on a first offense is a fine of not more...