If you want to challenge the prosecution’s case, then you’re bound to head to trial unless you can demonstrate that the state’s case is so weak that it needs to be dismissed beforehand. And going to trial can be nerve-wracking. Unless you ask for a bench trial, your...
Year: 2024
Can field sobriety tests be used against me in court?
Failed field sobriety tests often provide Massachusetts police officers with probable cause to arrest you for DUI. However, the prosecution must still prove the DUI charge beyond a reasonable doubt. The results of some field sobriety tests can be used in court, but if...
What you need to know about evidence suppression
To put it lightly, being hit with criminal charges can be stressful. You might find yourself worrying about what a conviction could mean for your freedom and your future, which may drive you to seek quick resolution that spares you from the harshest penalties...
Defending yourself against a domestic violence restraining order
Learning that you have been accused of domestic violence and had a restraining order entered against you can be devastating. Being labeled an abuser can have major consequences for many areas of your life, including your career, education and personal relationships....
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