OUI In Massachusetts Cambridge Lawyers Operating Motor Vehicle Gen. 90 24
OUI In Massachusetts Cambridge Lawyers Operating Motor Vehicle Gen. 90 24
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Facts:
A jury in the Cambridge District Court (Massachusetts) convicted defendant of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol (OUI), and then, in a separate bench trial, a judge found that this was defendant’s fourth OUI offense, Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 90, § 24(1)(a)(1). Defendant appealed.
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Holdings:
The Massachusetts Court made the following holding:
- That a statute provides for introduction of probation records at trial does not alter the constitutional confrontation analysis.
- Registry of Motor Vehicles records are maintained independent of any prosecutorial purpose and are therefore admissible in evidence as ordinary business records under Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 233, § 78, as well as pursuant to Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 233, § 76.
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Article written by A Sris
Disclaimer:
These summaries are provided by the Gilmore & Sris, P.C. They represent the firm’s unofficial views of the Justices’ opinions. The original opinions should be consulted for their authoritative content.
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DUI/OUI Massachusetts First Time Offense
Defending First Time Offenders
A first OUI/DUI charge is significantly different from second or subsequent offense of DUI/OUI in Massachusetts.
In Massachusetts, if you register at .08% or higher when tested for your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) and are over 21 years of age, you could be charged with Operating Under the Influence (OUI). In case you are less than 21 years of age, you can be charged with an OUI, if you register a BAC of .02%.
Under Massachusetts laws, punishments for DUI/OUI charge are highly prohibitive. If convicted for the first time of an OUI/DUI offense, you could face a maximum of 2½ years in jail, a $5,000 fine, and a suspension of your license at a RMV hearing. You could still be granted a Hardship License (used for school or work) if you meet certain criteria. However, you will be required to get high risk insurance and the flip side is that the cost of the high risk insurance is very high.
If you have been charged with an OUI/DUI in Massachusetts, it is very crucial to work through all the available options thoroughly, with an experienced Massachusetts OUI/DUI Defense attorney
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A first time DUI/OUI defendant is some times given the option of utilizing a diversion program. This is referred to as an “alternative disposition” probation plea bargain (this is known as the 24D Program). Qualifying for this alternative disposition requires a first time DUI/OUI offender to enroll and complete a court-ordered drug and alcohol education program. While you are at this alternative disposition, your license will be suspended for 30 days. If you are under 21 years of age, then your license will be suspended for 210 days. Often people refuse to take the breathalyzer test. You may face additional penalties if you refused the breathalyzer test.
You are in deeper trouble facing more serious punishments if you are charged with a second or subsequent offense DUI/OUI offense in Massachusetts.
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Massachusetts OUI/DUI and Suspended License
Defending DUI/OUI
Losing your license can cripple you seriously. A Massachusetts DUI/OUI will cause the you the loss of your license. How long you remain without a license as a result of an OUI/DUI in Massachusetts is going to be based on the circumstances surrounding you DUI/OUI and whether you have an earlier conviction for an OUI/DUI.
Often people are not aware that that there are ways to get your driver’s license back if you have lost it as a result of a DUI conviction. An attorney experienced in legal representation of OUI/DUI cases in Massachusetts can help you in getting your license back. The Gilmore & SRIS, LLC. Massachusetts OUI/DUI lawyers have the necessary skill and experience to help you get back your licenses. A Gilmore & SRIS, LLC. Massachusetts DUI/OUI attorney can provide you with the guidance necessary to understand the DUI process, what to expect in court and the RMV hearing & how to defend your license and right to drive.
Can I really have my license suspended as a result of an OUI in Massachusetts?
Honestly, YES. An OUI/DUI in Massachusetts is a very serious and complex matter. The key is to have an experienced Massachusetts OUI/DUI attorney who can minimize the difficulties you will face when dealing with an OUI/DUI charge. The Gilmore & SRIS, LLC. Massachusetts OUI and suspended license attorneys fully understand the hassles you face when you lose your license and can help you mitigate the risks.
Further, if you have already been convicted of an OUI/DUI in Massachusetts, a Gilmore & SRIS, LLC. Massachusetts OUI/DUI attorney can assist you with obtaining a “hardship license”.
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Massachusetts OUI Drugs (OUID) Defense
Defending OUI Drug Cases
In Massachusetts, you can be charged with an OUI Drug offense if you are suspected of driving and being under the influence of any drugs. Operating the vehicle under influence of ANY drugs including prescription drugs, cocaine, heroin, marijuana, ecstasy, methamphetamine, or other control substance that is affecting your driving ability will result in the charge of Operating Under the Influence with Drugs. It is illegal to drive impaired or drive while high on any substance. If you have drugs in your possession, the police may also charge you with possession of a controlled substance.
If you have been charged with an Operating Under the Influence of Drugs or any other controlled substance, it is critical that you contact an attorney who has the necessary experience in Massachusetts Operating Under Influence with Drug laws. Gilmore & SRIS, LLC. Massachusetts OUI Drugs defense attorneys have successfully defended several clients facing an OUI Drug charge.
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In Massachusetts, Operating Under the Influence of a Drug is not similar to Massachusetts Operating under the influence of alcohol. Breathalyzer does not detect drugs. So the Massachusetts police officer does not give a breathalyzer when he suspects a case of driving with drugs in the system. He instead puts you through a battery of field sobriety tests. If the enforcement officer believes he has sufficient facts to charge, he will arrest you for operating under the influence of Drugs.
In Massachusetts, the Operating under the Influence of Drugs (OUID) will have harsh penalties similar to that of an OUI or DUI offense. An Operating under the influence of Drug (OUID) will cause a suspension of your driving license for a period of time, depending on if you had an earlier OUI conviction on your prior record.
If you have been arrested and charged with operating under influence with Drug (OUID) in Massachusetts, you are in serious legal trouble, and are facing prison time.
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Massachusetts Child Endangerment & OUI Defense
We Defend DUI/OUI Cases
A DUI/OUI charge in Massachusetts means trouble. The trouble, at once becomes even more serious if you had a child under 14 in your vehicle. You could be charged with Child Endangerment by Operating Under the Influence. You could end up losing your license for one year in addition to any additional loss of your license to drive resulting from a DUI conviction. A second or subsequent charge or conviction for Child Endangerment by Operating Under the Influence, could lead to a mandatory 6 months in jail, and a 3 year revocation of your driver’s license. You need an attorney who is experienced at defending cases of Child Endangerment by Operating Under the Influence to defend you.
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Often many people charged with Child Endangerment By OUI end up pleading guilty simply because they are intimidated by the seriousness of the penalties and are not aware of the defenses available. Gilmore & SRIS, LLC. Massachusetts Child Endangerment By Operating Under The Influence lawyers have successfully defended several clients charged with Child Endangerment By Operating Under The Influence.
So, if you are thinking of pleading guilty, don’t do so without first talking to a Gilmore & SRIS, LLC. Massachusetts DUI/OUI lawyer. We may be able to provide you with options as to how to mitigate the charge and have the charge reduced to a lesser charge or even have the charge dismissed outright.
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Refusal of Breathalyzer In Massachusetts
You just refused to take a breathalyzer? Your ability to drive in Massachusetts could be curtailed. You might have your license suspended for 180 days, the first time you refuse a breathalyzer test in Massachusetts. Subsequent refusals, coupled with prior OUI/DUI convictions could mean longer suspension of license and further curtailment of your ability to drive in Massachusetts.
For instance, refusal of breathalyzer for the second time could lead to revocation of license for 3 years. Third and fourth refusals could result in revocation of license for 5 years and 10 years respectively. Fifth refusal could land you in revocation of license for life.
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We, at Gilmore & SRIS, LLC. Massachusetts have the necessary skill and experience to defend these cases as we have former prosecutors who have been on the other side prosecuting these charges. Don’t plead guilty to Massachusetts OUI/DUI before discussing with a Gilmore & SRIS, LLC. Massachusetts OUI/DUI defense attorney regarding your options and the defenses available.
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