Mass Criminal Defense

Fighting a Minor Alcohol Possession Charge In the summertime, arrests for minor in possession of alcohol in Massachusetts go way up. It's…

A Motion to Suppress the Evidence against you in a drug case is often your best opportunity to beat a…

Annie Dookhan, the former drug lab chemist for the state of Massachusetts, pleaded guilty this week for her role in…

When it comes to identifying drugs in the field, law enforcement is always one step behind. With each new method…

The relatively recent case of Annie Dookhan bungling an untold number of cases in Massachusetts drug lab where she worked…

American’s changing views about marijuana were recently published in a Pew Research Center study, indicating that the majority of us…

A Weymouth couple are currently facing charges for trafficking in oxycodone, distribution of oxycodone and conspiracy. In late May, Massachusetts…

Massachusetts law enforcement and prosecutors continue responding to a large number of rapes and other violent assaults committed against women.…

Any post or update you make on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat or other social media or blog can be used…

Update: August 2014 The gun bill recently signed by Governor Deval Patrick now allows the purchase of both mace and pepper…

One of the man defendants freed in the wake of the Annie Dookhan crime lab scandal is now back behind…

Although Boston area citizens and visitors suffered major casualties and injuries as a result of the recent Boston Marathon bombing…

Now that permanent regulations governing the distribution and use of medical marijuana have been adopted by the Massachusetts Department of…

When Massachusetts voters chose to legalize medical marijuana in November 2012, few of them realized how many challenging issues still…

Now that the state of Massachusetts has finalized its regulations governing the sale of medical marijuana, it's important to understand…

Although everyone wants to live in a safe area, many of us forget to check out the crime rates in…

Doctors are just now realizing that the public is starting to evaluate them based on their willingness to help patients…

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security defines domestic violence as “a pattern of coercive and controlling behaviors…

In light of the 2009 law that decriminalized possession of less than one ounce of marijuana, people have felt a…

In 2011, Boston employed 2,156 law enforcement officers to protect the public and investigate crimes. So, for every 1,000 residents,…

In an effort claimed to fight crimes such as robberies and sexual assaults, the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority plans to…

According to a new survey just released by the prestigious Pew Research Center for the People & the Press, 52…

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s draft regulations for handling the sale of medical marijuana are now posted on its…

Sen. Jamie Eldridge and Rep. Elizabeth Malia have filed a bill in the Massachusetts Senate demanding a reduction in the…

When medical marijuana legislation comes to town, money stands to be made—a whole lot of it. Budding entrepreneurs and existing…

Surveillance technology has been a boon to the security state, and a huge concern for civil liberties watchers. But the…

Massachusetts senator and newly vocal member of the Senateʼs Banking Committee, Elizabeth Warren, decried policies and practices that jail non-violent…

Voters passed legislation for medical marijuana in Massachusetts several months ago, but the Commonwealth is taking a while to get…

Anyone who has seen The Wire knows that wire-tapping can be an effective way to catch criminals, specifically those involved…

Many Massachusetts cities are towns are hoping to slow down or stop the medical marijuana ballot initiative passed by Massachusetts…

The feds have promised to come down on Massachusetts dispensaries as they “pop up” under the new state medical marijuana…

Outstanding Warrant? Protect Yourself Against Being Jailed for a Traffic Stop With Proactive Legal Help! If you have an outstanding…

Don't let a Mistake Lead to a Criminal Record! Arrested or Summonsed in Massachusetts for Operating an Unregistered Vehicle? A guilty finding…

Arrested in Massachusetts for Trespassing? Fight Back! Trespassing may seem like a relatively minor criminal charge, but there can be unfortunate…

Massachusetts Drug Trafficking Laws, Charges & Penalties Drug trafficking is a very serious charge in Massachusetts, with considerable penalties if…

Arrested for Threatening to Commit a Crime? The charge of threatening to commit a crime is surprisingly common in Massachusetts courtrooms. A good…

Don't let a Massachusetts Criminal Charge Ruin your Life! Charged with Operating on a Suspended License or other Criminal Motor…

Massachusetts Shoplifting Charge Info Accused of a Massachusetts shoplifting charge? We are here to help. For an overview of Massachusetts…

Don't let a Shoplifting Charge Ruin your Life! Being arrested or summoned to court on a shoplifting charge is a…

If you are found guilty at trial or agree to plead guilty (or to a continuance without a finding) as part…

Arrested in Massachusetts for Possession w/Intent to Distribute in a School Zone? Possession of Drugs with Intent to Distribute within…

Arrested for Resisting Arrest in Massachusetts? A resisting arrest charge can be challenging to defend since it is the cops…

Don't let a Massachusetts Reckless Driving Traffic Charge Give you a Criminal Record! Charged with Reckless Driving or other Criminal…

Arrested in Massachusetts for Receiving Stolen Property? According to Massachusetts General Law, a charge of receiving stolen goods or property can…

On Probation in Massachusetts? Need a Probation Hearing? Arrested for a Probation Violation? In my criminal defense practice, I handle…

Massachusetts Criminal Pre-Trial Conference / Hearing A pre-trial conference is a meeting with the district attorney about the charges against you.…

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Warns of Ignoring Old Criminal Warrants With the Advent of New Police License Plate Scanning Technologies…

Fight a Massachusetts Meth Possession Charge! Methamphetamine is a drug that carries a significant stigma. When you are accused of…

Don't Let a Massachusetts Marijuana Possession Charge Ruin Your Life! Possession of less than 1 oz of marijuana is now…

Fight a Massachusetts Heroin Possession Charge! Heroin is considered one of the most addictive and dangerous drugs in existence. The…

When you are accused of a criminal charge like cocaine possession, it can be scary to think about the potential…

Don't let a Massachusetts Criminal Charge Ruin Your Life! Charged with Negligent Operation or Driving to Endanger in Massachusetts? A…

How to Fix a Minor in Possession of Alcohol Charge An underage drinking (minor in possession of alcohol) charge may…

Fighting a Minor Alcohol Possession Charge In the summertime, arrests for minor in possession of alcohol in Massachusetts go up. This is…

If you have been arrested on an "OUI" charge in Massachusetts, Operating Under the Influence, you want a lawyer with…

Arrested in Massachusetts for Malicious Damage to a Motor Vehicle? A Massachusetts Conviction for malicious damage to a motor vehicle…

Arrested in Massachusetts for Malicious Damage? Malicious damage of personal property is a charge that is usually associated with vandalism…

Local Massachusetts Police Department Expand Use Of License Plate Scanning and Monitoring Massachusetts police departments are actively purchasing and deploying…

Accused of Leaving the Scene of an Accident? If you are like many people, you may not have been aware…

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Fees & Costs I'm sure that you didn't expect to need a lawyer. Getting arrested and…

Don't Let a Criminal Larceny Charge Ruin Your Life! Arrested for Larceny or Shoplifting in Massachusetts? A Massachusetts theft, embezzlement or larceny…

Fight Back Against Any Juvenile Charges! Are you or your child facing juvenile charges such as delinquency or youthful offender…

Arrested in Massachusetts for Intimidation of a Witness? This charge is commonly applied in cases where the police claim you threatened…

Indecent Assault is a serious charge in Massachusetts, carrying with it tremendous risks of severe penalties if not handled properly.  According…

Don't Let a Gun Charge in Massachusetts Ruin Your Life! Arrested for Possession of a Firearm in Massachusetts? A Massachusetts…

Arrested in Massachusetts for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender? Registering as a Massachusetts sex offender with the local…

In Massachusetts, Domestic Assault is a charge where the penalties are identical to straight assault, but the outcome can easily become…

Arrested in Massachusetts for Disorderly Conduct or Disturbing the Peace? Under Massachusetts law, if you cause a disturbance which creates…

Arrested in Massachusetts for Drug Dealing? Possession of Drugs with Intent to Distribute is a very serious charge in Massachusetts,…

How to Get a Copy of Your Own Massachusetts Criminal Record (CORI) OBTAINING YOUR OWN CRIMINAL RECORD For a copy…

Don't Risk College Expulsion of Revocation of Student Loans with a Massachusetts Criminal Conviction! Massachusetts Criminal Defense Lawyer can Help…

Facing a Clerk's Hearing ("Show Cause" Hearing) on a Massachusetts Charge? Don't Risk a Criminal Charge on your Record -…

Whether an alleged B&E was a mistake, a minor prank, or a premeditated crime, a Massachusetts breaking and entering charge…

How to Beat a Criminal Charge (Even When You Think You Are Guilty) If you are accused of a criminal…

Assault with a Dangerous Weapon is a very serious charge in Massachusetts, and it is absolutely not a case that you can…

What can you Expect at your Massachusetts Criminal Arraignment? If you've been arrested in Massachusetts, your first appearance in court…

Update: Attorney General Martha Coakley has determined that Massachusetts towns cannot legally ban dispensaries outright. --- Despite overwhelming approval of…

Massachusetts has officially become the 18th state to legalize marijuana for medicinal purposes with the passage of Question 3. While…

A man who was released on bail for drug charges due to tainted evidence from the drug lab scandal apparently…

Forgery is the act of intentionally counterfeiting / forging a document, most often a check. If convicted of forgery, it…

Arrested for Fraud in Massachusetts? The crime of fraud in Massachusetts covers a wide variety of activities, from identity theft…

A Massachusetts burglary charge can have very serious consequences. For unarmed burglary, penalties can go up to 20 years in…