Boston OUI/DUI Defense Law Blog
How a hardship license can help people with OUI convictions
Getting a drunk driving conviction comes with a lot of consequences. This includes fines, potential jail time, and probation agreements. In Massachusetts, first offense OUIs will revoke your license for one year, and each repeat offense will extend that time. License...
Melanie’s Law delivers harsh drunk driving penalties
Common sense often goes out the window when people drink. Every day, people drink and drive without seeing the harm in it. A conviction for operating under the influence (OUI) in Massachusetts can have far-lasting criminal and personal consequences. If you’re facing...
Are drinking and driving checkpoints legal in Massachusetts?
You might be driving down the road like any other night, when around the bend you see that the street is full of lights. Even if you haven’t had anything to drink, it can still prove to be a nerve-racking experience. Stopping drivers at checkpoints is legal in...
What do your BAC results mean?
Many people face the fear of being charged with drunk driving or operating a vehicle under the influence (OUI) when pulled over by an officer after having a couple of drinks of alcohol here in Massachusetts. Officers commonly will use a breath test or blood alcohol...
Understanding impairment goes beyond knowing your BAC
You had a few drinks at the bar, but you feel fine. As you get behind the wheel, you might wonder if you’re able to drive. You don’t think you’re over the legal limit, but you in danger whenever you’re feeling the effects. Operating under the influence (OUI) is a...
3 common mistakes police can make when arresting you for OUI
An OUI can have major consequences on your life. You can lose your license, pay stiff fines and even possibly spend time in jail. And an OUI on your record can affect your ability to get a job or secure housing. But when police arrest you, you may be able to have your...
4 hurdles to face when job searching after an OUI
It's an embarrassing event. You decided to drive under the influence, got caught, and now face an operating under the influence (OUI) charge. Whether you had a job before your conviction and lost it, or you were currently job searching, your current search just gained...
Accused of shoplifting? Here’s what you need to do
If you're accused of shoplifting, don't assume that the penalty will be so light that it's not worth fighting. Depending on the circumstances, including the item in question and value, penalties can be severe. The manner in which you fight a shoplifting charge depends...
3 ways impaired driving charges can change your career
When people find themselves facing criminal charges, their first focus is usually criminal penalties, including fines and jail time. They usually only start to think about the secondary, social consequences after they know what criminal penalties, like the loss of...
Potential consequences of refusing a breath test
Many drivers are aware that they may be able to refuse a breath test in Massachusetts. While this may help them to avoid a drunk driver charge, it is not without consequences. According to Mass.gov, if a police officer suspects a driver of operating a vehicle under...
