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What to Do in Massachusetts DUI Court

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Hiring an attorney. Operating under the influence of alcohol is controlled by Massachusetts General Law Chap. 90, Sec. 24. It is one of the most complex and dynamic statutes in the Massachusetts General Laws. Without an experienced criminal defense lawyer, it will be virtually impossible for you to understand all of your rights, potential penalties and possible defenses relative to your case. It's not uncommon for the police prosecutor at the time of your arraignment, the first appearance in court, to offer you a disposition of your matter upon an admission of sufficient facts or plea of guilty. The prosecutor will typically describe to you a disposition that includes a dismissal at the end of a year if you have not been re-arrested and if you have completed the Alcohol Safety Awareness Program (ASAP). While this sounds like a fairly benign disposition for most persons, it fails to include information about RMV suspensions and the exponential jump in penalties for subsequent offenses. Typically a person arrested for drunk driving will go to their arraignment the morning after their arrest without an attorney. At that time it's not uncommon to be feeling embarrassed and wanting to dispose of this matter as quickly and as quietly as possible. This will make the prosecutor's recommendation sound quite attractive. It is critical, however, that you take time to understand every aspect of your case and possible defenses, and to speak with a qualified, experienced criminal defense lawyer before rushing into a disposition. You should never plead guilty or admit to a crime without consulting with an attorney. You should speak to no one but your lawyer about your OUI case. As we've all seen on TV, over and over again, anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. Discussions with police officers, prosecutors, assistant district attorneys, court personnel and friends all can potentially be used against you in your case. Any of those persons can be subpoenaed by the District Attorney's Office to provide testimony in court as to your statements. Statements made to your lawyer are privileged and cannot be used against you in court. It is important that you speak only to your attorney about your case and avoid loose conversation, particularly in the halls of the courthouse, about your matter. Operating a vehicle after your license has been revoked. Almost every OUI arrest involves some sort of RMV license suspension action. When persons are arrested for drunk driving, they are requested to perform a breath test at the police station. If a person arrested for OUI refuses to perform that breath test, their license is suspended for 120 days upon that refusal. If a person submits to the breath test and it registers a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 percent or higher, a person's license is suspended for 90 days following the test. In the case of both suspensions, you will be issued a 15-day temporary license. Every sentence in an OUI case involves a RMV license suspension ranging from a minimum of 45 days up to a lifetime suspension for arrests involving serious injuries with suspects who have been convicted multiple times for drunk driving. In Massachusetts, operating a vehicle after your license has been suspended, pursuant to an OUI suspension, can trigger a penalty including a mandatory minimum of 60 days in jail. Do not operate any vehicle while your license is suspended. Hiring the least expensive lawyer you can find. As with every other purchase you make in life, the cost of legal representation for your OUI case can vary greatly. It is not in your best interest to hire the cheapest attorney you can find. Similarly, by hiring the highest priced attorney does not necessarily guarantee that you are getting better representation. Hiring a lawyer to represent you in your OUI case is a personal decision. You should look for a lawyer who is experienced in handling drunk driving matters and understands how the prosecutor will attempt to secure a conviction against you and how to win your case. It is important that you speak with a lawyer and be confident that he understands the evidence against you and how to present facts and circumstances that demonstrates that you are not guilty of the OUI charge. Geographic proximity to you or the courthouse where your case is pending is not necessarily a strong consideration. Almost all experienced criminal defense lawyers travel to and practice in a wide range of courts and jurisdictions throughout the Commonwealth. You should hire a lawyer that you feel confident will zealously advocate for your best interest. Make sure that the lawyer you hire is a qualified and experienced trial attorney.

At arraignment the Court will make a determination as to whether the defendant is eligible (as a result of indigency) for a court appointed attorney and will enter a "not guilty" plea on the defendant's behalf. The question of bail may arise particularly for out of state defendants. The Court will then continue the case for several weeks so that the court appointed attorney (if eligible) can consult with the individual or the defendant can secure private counsel. The individual should be given a copy of the Complaint against them which outlines the charges being brought. The rules of Court also suggest that the defendant be given a "Police Statement" which outlines the particulars of the persons arrest in a narrative fashion. This is not always done in all courts. If the client obtains either, or both, of these documents they should keep them secure and give them to private counsel when they first meet. The individual should then call and set up an interview with a knowledgable lawyer as soon as possible. Particularly with regard to first offenses, the time of license loss may be reduced by prompt and decisive action.

Whenever possible, you should be represented at your initial appearance. If that is impossible, request a date in two weeks and consult a lawyer immediately.

First court date is the arraignment. It is helpful to have an attorney, or to speak to your attorney before your appearance. Do not speak to anyone but your attorney at court. You will enter a plea of not guilty and get a court date for a pretrial.

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