
What is a Continuance Without a Finding (CWOF)?
A continuance without a finding (CWOF) means that you agree that the prosecution has evidence against you without fighting the case.
License suspension, OUI, and other traffic charges can have a significant damaging effect on your life—both personally and professionally. Experienced criminal defense attorney Matthew Gilman offers frequent blog posts filled with helpful information and knowledgeable insight about topics such as criminal charges, defense strategies, the legal process, retaining your driving privileges, protecting your rights, and choosing the right attorney.
A continuance without a finding (CWOF) means that you agree that the prosecution has evidence against you without fighting the case.
In Massachusetts, the breathalyzer test is used to check if you are above the legal limit of 0.08%. Being above the limit could result in a OUI/DUI.
Being charged with a DUI does not always lead to a conviction. There are many reasons why a DUI case can be dismissed, sometimes before it reaches court.
Being convicted of multiple DUIs can have a serious impact. Hiring an experienced attorney and making lifestyle changes can help you avoid long-term consequences.
If you are from out of state, here is everything you need to know about Massachusetts OUI laws and regulations.
If you are charged with a DUI in Massachusetts, you risk the chance of it going on your driving record. This could seriously impact your life in many ways.
In Massachusetts multiple and certain first-time OUI offenders are required to install and maintain an ignition interlock device for a set period time. Multiple offenders are required to maintain an interlock device for a minimum of two years. First-time OUI offenders are now required to have an ...
Are you moving within the state of Massachusetts? If you have any changes in your residential or mailing address, you will need to notify the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles. Failing to do so could risk license suspension or revocation.
When Are Medical Evaluation Forms Needed? Medical evaluation forms are most often needed to determine whether a driver is still physically and mentally capable of operating a vehicle safely. A driver's capacity to operate a motor vehicle safely can be called into question by your healthcare pro...
When you receive notice that your license is suspended how one gets reinstated is of critical importance. In Massachusetts there are two avenues for dealing with a license suspension. You can request a Registry of Motor Vehicles Suspension Hearing and you can file a formal appeal with the Massach...
Being aware of changes in driving behavior in older drivers can ensure that everyone stays safe on the road. Old age does not always equate to an inability to operate a motor vehicle. There are plenty of resources in place to help make that decision.
You can be charged with reckless driving in Massachusetts for a wide variety of reasons including such acts as speeding, texting while driving, or getting into an accident and very often accompany an OUI charge.
After getting arrested for a DUI, you should contact an attorney as soon as possible to prepare for your first appearance, pre-trial conferences, motion hearing, and trial by jury or bench trial.
Breath Test Results are Inadmissible Again Judge Robert A. Brennan on November 15th issued a statewide suspension of the use of breath-test results in any DUI/OUI cases throughout Massachusetts. Defense Attorney's have filed numerous motions calling into question whether the breath-test device p...
Should I Get a Lawyer for My First DUI? The answer is always yes. After getting charged with a DUI, you should immediately contact an attorney. They can guide you through the legal process and help fight for a “not guilty” or negotiate the best plea deal. Our DUI attorneys have years of experience to help guide you.
OUI vs. DUI: What's the Difference? Both OUIs and DUIs refer to impaired driving charges in the state of Massachusetts. But, is there a difference? Under Massachusetts law, they mean the same thing and are often used interchangeably Each state has different terminology when referring to driving...
Massachusetts has one of the strictest license suspension laws in the United States. The Registry of Motor Vehicles can revoke your driving privileges immediately prior to a driver having any right to a hearing. One suspension suspension is known as the Medical Immediate Threat. This suspension c...
Massachusetts' DUI laws are some of the strictest in the United Sates. But, is a DUI a felony in the state of Massachusetts? We have compiled a breakdown of the different DUI offenses and whether each one is a misdemeanor or a felony. If you were charged with a DUI in the state of Massachusetts, ...
27,000 OUI/DUI convictions Could be Overturned The Massachusetts Trial Court announced this week that 27,000 notices will be sent to individuals who may have pled or were found guilty of OUI/DUI between 2011 and 2019 and today may be eligible to have the conviction overturned and a new trial orde...
Individuals who are either Massachusetts Residents and/or Massachusetts Driver's License Holders are held to an extremely high bar when it comes to out of state violations. This is especially so for such individuals who are charged with and convicted of an out of state OUI/DUI. Not only will your...
Being charged with driving under the influence is difficult enough, but to be under 21 years old and charged with this offense is even more challenging. In this blog, I provide answers to common questions young people and their parents have about these charges and discuss how you may be eligible ...
In Massachusetts if your license is suspended for two or more operating under the influence convictions, you will not be able to reinstate your license without first having an Ignition Interlock Device installed in a vehicle. In fact, any car that you own, lease or operate will be required to be ...
The horrific actions of Volodymry Zhukovskyy which led to the death of seven individuals in New Hampshire has once again shined the spotlight on the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles. The Registrar in Massachusetts and their designees are charged with ensuing both the accuracy and complete...
Individuals who were arrested and charged with OUI/DUI between June, 2011 and April, 2019 may be soon eligible to have those convictions vacated and removed from their record. After years of litigation challenging the use of improperly calibrated breathalyzer machines closure is finally in sight....
Recently the Massachusetts legislature passed a law, signed by Governor Baker, which lifted the requirement that those convicted of certain drug offenses have their driver's license suspended. Prior to the enactment of this legislation, individuals convicted under the 94c Controlled Substance Act...
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