When someone is having a bad day, the decisions he or she makes may not always be in his or her best interest. Unfortunately, some of those decisions could have legal ramifications if a person is accused of doing something that breaks the law. For example, if a person...
Criminal Defense
Even sober, you could face a DUI charge
Many Massachusetts residents like to have an alcoholic beverage now and then. Many individuals may use getting a drink after work or on the weekend as an excuse to catch up with friends or to otherwise unwind. Of course, you should always drink responsibly and never...
Criminal defense many help woman accused of assaulting officer
Though most people want to believe what they hear in the news, it is important to remember that not everything is as clear-cut as they might expect. In particular, someone may learn of a criminal event through news outlets and immediately think that an accused...
Uber driver facing criminal charges relating to kidnapping
Laws are in place in efforts to keep individuals as safe as possible. However, in cases where someone is suspected of breaking the law, there is not always clear-cut evidence showing that a law was broken or that the person committed a crime. Some information could be...
Man facing criminal charges after alleged stabbing
When emotions get the better of people, it is easy to take actions that could land them in trouble. They may act irrationally as their emotions fuel their behavior, and if alcohol or other substances are involved, those individuals may not fully understand what they...
What happens if you refuse a breath test in Massachusetts?
Driving is how most people in Massachusetts get to their destinations. You and many other drivers know that there are always risks on the roadways and that police officers patrol in hopes of mitigating those risks. However, you may have concerns when an officer stops...
Defending against 6th OUI charge will be complex
Some people think that after a person is charged with a crime once, that person should learn his or her lesson. However, many circumstances could play a part in why a person chooses to carry out certain actions, and in some cases, individuals could end up charged with...
Defending against allegations can shed light on details
Dealing with the police can be uneasy in any scenario. When a person believes that he or she may be in trouble with law enforcement, a fight or flight instinct may take over. As a result, an individual could attempt to flee from police, which will likely make the...
Marijuana use in Massachusetts comes with stipulations
Because laws different from state to state on many subjects, it is important that individuals understand when something might be considered a crime in some states and not others. For instance, you may be interested in knowing whether marijuana is legal in...
Man facing drug charges after search of business
Being placed under arrest is something that most people hope to avoid in life. Still, it could happen to anyone for many reasons, and if it does happen, it is important that the accused person knows why the arrest occurred and what type of charges he or she may be...