The Initial Surrender Hearing There are two hearings involved when a person is accused of violating the terms of their probation. The first hearing is called a surrender hearing. After the probation officer files what is called a “Notice of Surrender,” a judge will issue a warrant for your arrest or send a summons to […]
In 2018, Massachusetts overhauled its sentencing system for drug crimes. Among other things, sentencing ranges for a wide range of drug offenses were changed and fentanyl was reclassified as a Class A substance. Possession of less than one ounce of marijuana is no longer a criminal offense. The chart below summarizes the new sentence ranges […]
This page discusses the admissibility of breathalyzer tests that determine your blood alcohol concentration. If you want to read more about the accuracy of those tests or the science behind the tests click here. The first thing to consider when analyzing the admissibility of breathalyzer tests is whether you are someone who is exempt from […]
In Massachusetts, there is an implied consent law. This means that the law presumes that every time you drive a vehicle in the Commonwealth, you are consenting to a Blood Alcohol Concentration test, usually with a device known as a “breathalyzer,” if there is reason to suspect that you are intoxicated. This does not mean […]
Our attorneys answer questions about the penalties for an OUI conviction in Massachusetts every day. Our clients tell us all the time that there is so much information available online that it is tough to distinguish the real information from advertising. We think that our clients deserve to know the real information so that they […]
When a jury enters a courtroom to deliver a verdict, there is a palpable tension in the air that is indescribable. Everyone is watching intently to catch some indication of their verdict, a nod or a smile, anything that gives some insight into the jury’s decision. For the defendant, these few brief seconds are a […]
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