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What are the penalties of domestic violence in Massachusetts?
People arrested for domestic assault or battery need to take the charges very seriously as a conviction may mean serious consequences for their futures. Individuals facing domestic violence charges in Massachusetts should familiarize themselves with the...
Why are non-standardized field sobriety tests less common?
In Massachusetts, officers have tools to work with when suspecting a driver of DUI. If you are the driver pulled over, what tests should you anticipate? You may think of breath tests or even blood tests first. But these are not the first in the officer's arsenal....
Fentanyl use in Massachusetts
In 2017, almost 2,000 people in Massachusetts died from an overdose of opioids. Where toxicology screens were available, 83% demonstrated the involvement of fentanyl specifically in the overdose death. Citing official and reputable sources at the state and national...
Drug-induced homicide and Good Samaritan laws
It is a common sentiment among the general population that adults who choose to use drugs put themselves at risk for all possible side-effects, the most severe of which is an overdose. However, more and more, state lawmakers beg to differ. For addicts and their loved...
Property crime in Worcester
When assessing the safety of an area, people always look at the rates of violent crimes and property crimes. While these two areas do not cover every crime, they do offer good insight into the overall stability of an area. According to the FBI, Worcester had a...
Understanding Massachusetts’ ignition interlock device laws
In addition to being embarrassing, having an ignition interlock device installed on your car or truck is costly and annoying. The device seeks to prevent motorists from operating under the influence of alcohol by making them provide breath samples before and while...
Massachusetts schedules new OUI trials for unreliable breath tests
Massachusetts is one of the few states where drivers have no legal obligation to take a field sobriety test. Now, thousands of past convictions of operating a vehicle under the influence are now questionable because of faulty breath test results. Learn more about...
The emotional impact of assault charges
When someone is accused of assault, many different hardships often come up. Some lose their jobs because of these charges, while others lose their freedom and are required to spend time behind bars. Our law office knows that many other problems arise due to assault...
Do not give in to fear after an arrest
A typical arrest report usually has accused people confused and scared. It is natural to feel this way when facing criminal charges. In this type of situation, we would recommend you attempt to look at your situation from a rational, results-oriented perspective. You...
What does criminal justice reform mean in Massachusetts?
Criminal justice reform is a hot topic. There are many points of view on what it should look like, and through the years, the inability to come together and make decisions about reform have hindered it. However, according to NBC News, there is bipartisan support for...
