Massachusetts' new Act Modernizing Firearms Laws could significantly affect your case if you face illegal gun charges. This law changes the state's firearm rules. Here are the key points, possible risks and steps to address these charges. Electronic firearms...
Criminal Defense
Can I get a lower sentence for burglary?
Burglary charges can feel overwhelming, but understanding your options can make a significant difference. In Massachusetts, several factors can influence the severity of your sentence. Let’s explore how you might reduce your sentence and avoid lengthy jail time....
What constitutes ‘intent to distribute’ in Massachusetts drug cases?
In Massachusetts, drug laws are stern, and a drug distribution charge can lead to severe consequences. It is crucial to understand what constitutes 'intent to distribute' means for anyone facing such allegations. What does 'intent to distribute' mean? Intent to...
The impact of unlawful search and seizure in drug cases
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...
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 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...
What is the CSI effect?
Television crime dramas, like “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,” have an enduring popularity, but their impact has gone far beyond mere entertainment. They have, in a very real way, helped reshape the public’s perception of how criminal investigations work and what...
How can you invoke your right to remain silent?
Interacting with police officers is scary for some individuals. This is especially true when it seems as though the law enforcement officers seem as though they’re accusing the person of a crime. It’s critical that anyone whom police officers are questioning...
When police find drugs in a vehicle with several people inside
Massachusetts criminal statutes allow for the prosecution of anyone found to be illegally in possession of a drug. Possessing certain substances, like methamphetamine, is always illegal. Even prescription medications can lead to possession charges if someone doesn't...
When can police officers skip securing a search warrant?
The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution provides specific protections for citizens. This amendment sets the standards for searches and seizures. Most of the time, law enforcement officers need a warrant before they can conduct a search/seizure of a...
