In drug crime cases, one critical aspect is the search and seizure. The Fourth Amendment guarantees protections against unlawful searches and seizures, yet the nuances of this constitutional right can be complicated. If you are facing a charge for a drug crime, do you...
Year: 2024
Can you refuse a breathalyzer test in Massachusetts?
When you get pulled over for operating under the influence (OUI) in Massachusetts, law enforcement would typically ask you to take a chemical test to measure your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). These tests, such as breathalyzers, play a crucial role in your OUI...
Carjacking is considered a violent crime
Carjacking is an act of violence committed with the intent to steal a vehicle and is prohibited according to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 265 Section 21A. The offense frequently entails the use of force, or the threat of it, to seize the victim's vehicle, and a...
What can lead to accessory to murder charges in Massachusetts?
You can be charged with being an accessory to murder if you assist in the commission or concealment of murder. You do not have to be present at the crime scene or directly participate in the killing to be considered an accessory. Depending on your involvement, you can...
What are the license penalties for an OUI conviction?
It is relatively common for people to underestimate the potential impact of drunk driving charges in Massachusetts. Drivers who get arrested for operating under the influence (OUI) charges are at risk of a variety of consequences, even if no crash occurs. State law...
What can you do when your driver’s license is suspended in Massachusetts?
Different reasons can lead to your driver's license being suspended in Massachusetts. These include being found responsible for three speeding tickets, refusing to submit to a lawful breathalyzer test and accumulating a total of three convictions for not having...
What are the penalties for violating a restraining order?
A restraining order is a court order that tells one person to stay away from another person to keep them safe from harassment, abuse, or threats. This order can be used to protect alleged victims of domestic violence, stalking or bullying. But what happens if the...
What are reasonable suspicion and probable cause?
There are specific standards that police officers have to meet in various situations. While they’re trained to know what standard applies and when, most people who interact with them may not have that same type of understanding. Because protecting your rights is one...
Helping your teen with a drunk driving charge
As parents, we do our best to teach our children right from wrong. We discuss the importance of never driving drunk or riding with someone who has been drinking. We ensure that they know they can always call us for a ride. However, we can’t be with them 100% of the...
What is the Massachusetts implied consent law?
Police officers performing traffic stops may issue tickets if they catch someone speeding or witness them turning without using a signal. Other times, police officers begin to suspect more serious traffic infractions and may decide to arrest someone. Those who...