There may be many parents who are excited to help their kids pursue a college education but worry about how they might respond to their newfound freedom while on a college campus. While those entering this stage of life might not always make the soundest of decisions,...
Boston Criminal Defense Blog
Addressing the topic of juvenile shoplifting
Most teenagers might not always understand the possible ramifications of their decisions and behaviors of those at this stage in life might be subject to a variety of influential factors. Many youthful individuals may feel that acts such as shoplifting may be minor...
A citation for speeding could lead to more than monetary fines
While being involved in a routine traffic stop on Massachusetts roads can be a stressful experience, sometimes this process may lead to little more than a warning or request to repair a broken taillight. However, this process might not always prove so simple,...
Understanding Massachusetts’ OUI laws
Getting arrested and charged with OUI in Massachusetts is a scary ordeal. Authorities in the state take driving under the influence seriously, and a person can face serious legal consequences upon conviction. The following describes the process of charging someone...
Postal service worker arrested for stealing mail
People in Massachusetts and elsewhere rely on the postal service to send and receive mail. Sometimes, individuals may rob mailboxes in an attempt at getting checks, cash or other valuable items, but people normally don’t suspect their mail carrier of stealing mail....
Police accuse 3 of weapons crimes following traffic stop
Drivers in Massachusetts and elsewhere are responsible for ensuring their cars are currently registered with the state and properly inspected, and their vehicles must display the required plates and stickers. Failing to do this can lead to traffic stops, which may...
2 men arrested on gun charges and more
The Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution provides U.S. citizens the right to bear arms. However, certain individuals, such as convicted felons, relinquish that right upon conviction, and there are other exceptions regarding certain types of guns a person may own....
Addressing the issue of underage alcohol consumption
While it may come as no surprise that teenagers don’t always make the best decisions, sometimes a poor choice might do little harm and may serve as a life lesson. However, there may be certain scenarios in which the choices of youthful individuals create various...
Arrests made in Massachusetts for drugs, firearms, prostitution
Police in Massachusetts work hard to keep their communities’ streets safe and crime free. In their efforts to deter crime, police in Springfield have recently announced the arrests of 15 individuals on a variety of charges. Now, those who stand accused of these crimes...
Drug sting operation leads to more than 30 arrests
People usually consider illegal drug activity as taking place in secret and in the shadows of society. However, there are certain locations in Massachusetts where drug dealers peddle their ware out in the open. So-called “open-air” drug markets exist in areas...