Stalking is a serious crime in Massachusetts. The police can arrest you if they have sufficient evidence that you have engaged in stalking behavior. Understanding the conditions under which an arrest can occur is necessary for both protecting your rights and...
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A closer look at factors leading to a DUI
Driving under the influence is usually more than a poor decision. Instead, it's a complex mix of psychological factors. These underlying elements can impact an individual's choices and actions. Understanding these influences is crucial for prevention and for...
The consequences of a DUI on your personal and professional life
Driving under the influence can impact both your personal and professional lives. While immediate repercussions often involve legal penalties, the long-term effects extend far beyond the courtroom. Understanding the full scope of these consequences can help you grasp...
Possible legal defenses for drunk driving
Drunk driving charges can have serious consequences. In addition to fines and jail time, motorists may lose their driving privileges. They may also suffer significant personal and professional setbacks. Fortunately, legal defenses exist that can mitigate drunk driving...
What can cause a false reading in a breath test?
Law enforcement agents often use breath tests to determine the blood-alcohol concentration of drivers they suspect of operating a vehicle under the influence. However, these tests can sometimes give false readings and lead to unjust convictions. Anyone facing an OUI...
The walk-and-turn field sobriety test: What to know
People who are pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving in Massachusetts will likely be asked to submit to several standardized field sobriety tests (SFSTs). These are tests that have been standardized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and...
Protecting yourself from an abuser: How to seek a restraining order of protection
Trying to leave a domestic violence situation is one of the most challenging tasks you may ever face. If you are ready to empower yourself and leave an abusive relationship in Massachusetts, filing for a restraining order may be a legal option to consider. The...
Security clearance and DUIs in Massachusetts
Besides the fines, jail sentences and license suspension or revocation, a DUI charge in Massachusetts can also impact employment prospects. If you are looking to work for the government, after your application, they will conduct a background check to see if you are...
How a DUI impacts a pilot’s career
One of the benefits of being a pilot is that you could start your day in Massachusetts and end it on the other side of the country. However, if you are charged or convicted of drunk driving, your license to fly may be suspended or revoked. Other penalties, such as a...
What to expect with your auto insurance after a DUI
Massachusetts residents who choose to get behind the wheel after drinking put everyone at risk. This includes themselves even if they don’t get into a car accident. If you’re arrested for driving under the influence and subsequently convicted, your auto insurance...