Boston OUI/DUI Defense Law Blog
Have criminal charges pending? Know how to handle social media
Many Americans live very public lives these days via their social media accounts -- but that can come back to haunt you when you have a criminal case pending. If you’re currently facing any kind of criminal charges, there are a few important things you need to keep in...
How the penalties for drunk driving increase with more charges
Recidivism is a serious issue in the criminal justice system in the United States, likely in part because the focus is often on punishing individuals rather than rehabilitating them. Those accused of the same or similar charges multiple times in succession will face...
New rules allow alcohol with take-out orders in Massachusetts
An OUI can lead to serious consequences, but what should drivers do when the governor allows for “cocktails to go?” This change allows restaurants an opportunity to sell mixed drinks and alcohol in sealed containers to take-out customers, but that could increase a...
Examining the true cost of an OUI
Each state deals with drivers who operate under the influence differently, and Massachusetts falls somewhere near the middle of the pack when it comes to the severity of the repercussions lodged against its drunk drivers. You should expect to face harsh criminal...
What happens if you refuse OUI chemical tests in Massachusetts?
When police officers in Boston stop you because they suspect you are driving while drunk, they have an array of operating under the influence (OUI) testing methods to rely on. Some of these methods, such as walking a straight line, test your ability to complete simple...
OUI defense: Even a prescription can lead to an OUI
Did you know that you could be accused of operating a vehicle under the influence if you’re impaired due to prescription medications? Many people don’t know how seriously these drugs can affect them, but if they drive dangerously or appear impaired, then they could...
The risks of normalizing alcohol use by college students
For many people, over-consumption of alcohol and college are practically synonymous. People expect college students to overindulge when socializing and first learning about how alcohol affects their bodies in a setting where they don't typically have the direct...
Situations where having a firearm is a crime
The Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects the rights of United States citizens to bear arms and to establish or join a militia for the protection of the citizenry. While the U.S. has very few limitations on the ownership of firearms compared to many other...
4 ways a New Bedford OUI charge could prove costly
If you are facing drunk driving charges in New Bedford, perhaps you are unsure whether to hire an attorney. While hiring an attorney is not free, you need to weigh it against the cost of not hiring an attorney. Remember, an experienced OUI attorney knows the system...
Police say man was drunk when he tried to flee
A Massachusetts man who allegedly lost control of his vehicle on the night of May 14 and then attempted to elude police officers has been charged with drunk driving. In addition to the DUI charge, the man faces counts of leaving the scene of an accident, operating a...
