It’s your right to challenge the state of Massachusetts to meet its burden of proof. The stakes are much higher on a second OUI. If you fight your second OUI charge, have an experienced attorney at your side.

According to Massachusetts law, a second offense OUI is punishable by up to 2.5 years of jail time. But most people who get a second OUI do not go to jail. Instead, they qualify for an alternative disposition which may include probation or a...

Massachusetts no longer has an expungement statute. Your child's record cannot be "wiped clean," but you may be able to seal their record with the help of an attorney. Generally, sealed records are only accissible to law enforcement.

Those under 21 years of age face significant administrative licensing consequences if they produce a BAC of 0.02% or greater, or if they refuse a breathalyzer. If your child is charged with drunk driving in Massachusetts, your first step should be...

Juveniles and adults under the legal drinking age face harsher licesne suspension penalties for DUI than those over the age of 21. The BAC limit for driver under the age of 21 is 0.02%.

Getting your license back takes time, preparation, and a great deal of paperwork, but it's possible with an experienced DUI defense attorney guiding you.

Getting a DUI can get expensive. There are court fees and fines. There may also be costs associated with carrying out your sentence or enrollment in an alcohol program.

The truth is, people from all walks of life get charged with DUI. Most are good people who made a bad decison, got into a difficult situation, or were subject to a misunderstanding. The police can make mistakes, too.

Breathalyzers are not always accurate. They must be calibrated, certified, and operated by a properly-trained officer. Some circumstances can cause inflated readings.

In Massachusetts court, a DUI defense attorney may challenge the reliability of breathalyzer tests. Calibration errors, improper maintenance, and certification issues could cause a false or inadmissible reading. Only certified operators can...