Getting pulled over by Massachusetts police during a traffic stop can be a stressful experience even for the least anxious motorist. However, it's important to remain calm and follow proper procedures to ensure your safety and the safety of others on the road. Pull...
Dealing with unauthorized prescription drug possession
The unauthorized possession of prescription drugs is a serious offense that can result in criminal charges and potential jail time in Massachusetts. Prescription drugs are highly regulated substances meant for use while under the supervision of a licensed healthcare...
Massachusetts cocaine laws
Consuming marijuana for recreational purposes is now permitted in Massachusetts, but other drugs remain firmly illegal. Cocaine has been extremely popular in the Bay State for many years, but individuals who use, distribute or traffic the drug face harsh penalties if...
Why is eyewitness testimony sometimes unreliable?
When police in Massachusetts make an arrest, they often rely on eyewitnesses to pick out the suspect involved in the crime. Unfortunately, many factors can render their testimony flawed; these are the main problems with it. Factors that affect witness reliability...
Possible defenses to a drunk driving charge
A Massachusetts police officer who observes signs of impaired driving will often initiate a traffic stop. It's also possible that an officer will initiate a traffic stop after receiving reports of a vehicle being operated erratically. There are a number of defenses...
Cellphone searches in Maryland
A cellphone is more than just a technological convenience; today, people use them for almost everything, some of which are very private and important. For that reason, the Supreme Court ruled that law enforcement personnel must get a warrant to look through a person's...
Defenses to consider when you’re charged with drug possession
If you have been arrested and charged with drug possession in Massachusetts, chances are you are feeling scared and alone. The good news is that there are defenses available to you that can help you beat the charges. The drugs belonged to someone else If the drugs did...
The Supreme Court’s drug offense decision
Someone who faces sentencing after a criminal conviction will likely worry about the harshness of the penalty. Defendants convicted of offenses related to crack cocaine often dealt with tougher sentencings than those arrested and convicted of powdered cocaine...
Possession of drugs or drug paraphernalia in Massachusetts
One of the most severely punished criminal offenses in Massachusetts is getting caught with drugs. Depending on the type and amount of drugs in your possession, you could be looking at jail time, fines, and a criminal record. Actual versus constructive possessive Drug...
How can a DUI charge hurt your career?
Being convicted of a DUI in Massachusetts can have long-ranging effects on your career. If you are employed in a professional position, such a conviction can result in your immediate dismissal. You may then find it very hard to even get a job interview. Your DUI will...