Massachusetts recently pulled you over for suspicion of drunk driving. You received an OUI, and now you must navigate the financial and psychological aspects of the charge. American Addiction Centers explores the full monetary impact of a drunk driving charge. Use...
What should I know about ignition interlock devices?
The state of Massachusetts takes operating a motor vehicle under the influence (OUI) very seriously. That means drivers face harsh penalties, including the installation of an ignition interlock device on their vehicle. While these devices provide you the ability to...
Massachusetts district attorneys stop using breathalyzer tests
Many Massachusetts district attorneys no longer use the results of breathalyzer tests as evidence in drunk driving cases. This change is the result of growing concerns about the accuracy of the devices. Why are they concerned and how does this affect people charged...
Oh no. You have been arrested for OUI in Massachusetts. Now what?
Operating under the influence, or OUI, is a serious crime in Massachusetts. You may face suspension or loss of your driver’s license, fines, or jail time from the courts and the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Penalties for multiple convictions increase significantly. The...
Should you worry about a failed sobriety test?
An officer has many tools they can use to determine whether or not a driver has hit the road while under the influence. If one suspects you of doing this, you will likely face the standardized field sobriety test before anything else. But what is this test? How does...
You have the right to refuse testing when stopped for DUI or OUI
When a police officer pulls you over for suspicion of driving under the influence, they will ask you to perform field sobriety tests. Field sobriety tests evaluate balance, agility and attention in drivers when officers suspect intoxication. While most drivers are...
Penalties for DUI in Massachusetts
Motorists who face charges of driving under the influence in Massachusetts are subject to significant legal penalties. Before going to court, understanding the possible consequences can inform the person's next steps. These are the established DUI penalties for...
How do you discuss your DUI during a job search?
You know you have a lot to offer Massachusetts employers, but you worry your recent DUI may take you out of the running of an ideal position. How do you preserve your chances for employment with a criminal record? Chron breaks down suggestions for handling job...
Can you afford college after an OUI conviction?
In Massachusetts, it is possible to face charges for operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Following a conviction for even a first-time offense, you may face some substantial legal penalties. A conviction may also complicate your educational...
What are standardized field sobriety tests?
Officers use many tools to help detect potentially intoxicated drivers on the road. You may have heard of some of them, such as field sobriety tests. But what do these tests actually do? How do they work? Most importantly, how do they impact you? Can a failed field...
