Authorities in New Hampshire announced a surprising second arrest in connection with the case of a New Hampshire teenager who was recently charged with killing two Massachusetts women on bicycles.The 19 year old teenage girl was arraigned this week on charges of negligent homicide and second-degree assault. However, police announced…
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What You Need to Know About Massachusetts Motor Vehicle License Suspensions
In Massachusetts, it is a serious offense to operate a motor vehicle after one’s license has been suspended. However, what people may not be aware of is the different ways that your license or right to drive can be taken away, how long it will be suspended for and what…
New Melanie’s Law Ruling in Massachusetts Helps Repeat OUI Offenders Avoid Lengthy Registry License Suspensions
In a recent ruling representing a change in the interpretation of Melanie’s Law, the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts has ruled that the Massachusetts Legislature did not intend that an “admission to sufficient facts” also known as a “CWOF” or “continuance without a finding of guilt” in a drunk driving…
Citizen Tipster Helps Police with Gun and Drug Arrests in Boston, Massachusetts
Two Boston men were caught by police after a citizen tipped-off investigators. As a result of the tip, police recovered a handgun and crack cocaine when they arrested the pair on Monday, August 8, 2011 as reported in the Boston Herald. Both men pleaded not guilty to firearm and drug…
The Right to Confront and Cross-Examine Witness Testimony in Massachusetts: Motor Vehicle Offenses after Commonwealth v. Parenteau
If you have been charged with a motor vehicle offense or crime in Massachusetts such as driving a motor vehicle after your driver’s license right to drive in Massachusetts had been suspended or revoked, the Commonwealth must prove certain facts beyond a reasonable doubt in order to convict you. You…