Police officers use standardized field sobriety tests to establish probable cause that a driver is intoxicated. Non-standardized field sobriety tests have not been validated by any regulatory authority but are often still admissible in court.
Read MoreIn a DUI/OUI Child Endangerment case, the child’s well-being is always the first priority. OUI child endangerment comes with harsh penalties and could involve the Massachusetts Department of Children & Families.
Read MoreAlthough DUI is more difficult to prove in these circumstances, you can be charged with DUI after the fact if there is enough evidence against you.
Read MoreIf you were pulled over and arrested for OUI because you failed a breathalyzer test, that doesn’t mean you can’t win your OUI case at trial.
Read MoreChoosing the right DUI lawyer is the most important decision you can make when you’ve been charged with a DUI. It’s not a decision to take lightly, so it’s okay to do plenty of research and ask questions. A lot is going to ride on the skill with...
Read MoreWhile Operating After Suspension (OAS) does not typically result in jail time, the penalties are much more severe if you lost your driver’s license because of a DUI. Potential penalties include a fine of up to $10,000 and imprisonment of up to 2.5...
Read MoreA DUI conviction could make it more difficult to get job. Employers can conduct a criminal background check to see if you have any convictions. Nonetheless, you do have some rights as a job applicant.
Read MoreA DUI conviction could get you fired from your job. It could also make it harder for you to become employed in future positions. Know your rights as an employee and job applicant.
Read MoreThe only way DUI charges can be reduced is for the government to amend the charge to a lesser offense. This is rare, but not impossible. It is completely dependent upon the details of your case.
Read MoreA third DUI is considered a felony charge in Massachusetts. It comes with a minimum jail sentence of 180 days if you are convicted, 150 days of which you must serve incarcerated.
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