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Refusal of Breathalyzer In Massachusetts
Refusal of a breathalyzer in Massachusetts can have a serious impact on your ability to drive in Massachusetts. A first offense refusal of a breathalyzer in Massachusetts results in the immediate suspension of your license for a period of 180 days. Subsequent refusal of a breathalyzer can result in longer suspensions of your privilege to drive in Massachusetts especially if you have prior OUI/DUI convictions.
The current Massachusetts OUI/DUI laws affect your ability to drive in Massachusetts in the following manner:
• First Offense: 180 day automatic driver’s license suspension
• Second Offense (or under 21 years of age): 3 Years license revocation
• Third Offense: 5 Years license revocation
• Fourth Offense: 10 years license revocation
• Fifth Offense: License revoked for life
Massachusetts OUI/DUI Defense Lawyer
The SRIS Law Group Massachusetts OUI/DUI defense attorneys are extremely knowledgeable and skilled in defending DUI charges of all types because they have prosecuted OUI cases and are aware of the technical defenses available to you. Just because you have been charged with a DUI in Massachusetts, does not mean you have to just plead guilty. Just because you were arrested for an OUI/DUI in Massachusetts does not mean you are guilty as charged.
Contact a SRIS Law Group Massachusetts OUI lawyer today for help.
We have offices in Boston & Cambridge to better serve you.
Massachusetts OUI/DUI and Suspended License
Former Prosecutors Defending DUI/OUI
A Massachusetts DUI/OUI is going to result in the loss of your license. How long you are going to lose your license as a result of an OUI/DUI in Massachusetts is going to be based on the facts of the DUI and whether you have an earlier conviction for an OUI. Therefore, if you have been charged an OUI/DUI in Massachusetts, it is critical to get experienced legal representation from Massachusetts OUI/DUI defense attorney who understands the impact a suspended license will have on your life.
Clients need to understand that there are ways to get your driver’s license back if you have lost as a result of a DUI conviction. The SRIS Law Group Massachusetts OUI and suspended license attorney know how to help you mitigate the suspension of your license as a result of a OUI/DUI in Massachusetts.
Can I really have my license suspended as a result of an OUI in Massachusetts?
The honest answer is YES. An OUI/DUI in Massachusetts is a very serious and complex matter. Having an experienced Massachusetts OUI/DUI attorney is critical to minimize the difficulties you will face when dealing with an OUI/DUI charge. A SRIS Law Group Massachusetts DUI/OUI attorney can provide you with the guidance necessary to understand the DUI process, what to expect in court and the RMV hearing & how to defend license and your right to drive.
In the event you have already been convicted of an OUI/DUI in Massachusetts, a SRIS Law Group Massachusetts OUI/DUI attorney can assist you with obtaining a “hardship license”.
If you have been charged with an OUI/DUI in Massachusetts, contact a SRIS Law Group OUI/DUI defense lawyer immediately.
We have offices in Boston & Cambridge to better serve you.
Massachusetts OUI/DUI Field Sobriety Tests & Defenses
FORMER PROSECUTORS
If you are stopped for a DUI/OUI in Massachusetts, a police officer may have you perform a variety of field sobriety tests that are commonly administered when stopped for suspicion of DUI or OUI.
Field sobriety tests are not a 100% accurate and can be administered incorrectly by a police officer. If you have been arrested for an OUI/DUI charge in Massachusetts, it is crucial that you contact a Massachusetts OUI/DUI defense lawyer to defend you.
Some of the different factors that can affect your performance during a field sobriety test are:
• Language problems resulting in an inability to follow orders
• Dizziness
• Balance problems
• Fear
• Medical problems
• Age
• Type of footwear
Keep in mind that the above factors can significantly affect your performance of a field sobriety test. Also, how well a Massachusetts police officer administers the test can affect the outcome of the field sobriety tests. If the police office acts aggressively and frightens the individual, then this too can cause the test results.
The most frequently administered field sobriety tests are:
• Reciting the alphabet
• Standing on one foot while counting
• Walking in a straight line
• Touching a finger to the nose
• Horizontal gaze nystagmus
• Nine-step heel-to-toe and turn
Contact a Massachusetts DUI Defense Lawyer
If you have been arrested and charged with a Massachusetts OUI/DUI due to the administration of field sobriety tests, it is crucial that you enlist the help of a Massachusetts OUI/DUI who knows and understands the flaws associated with a field sobriety test. Since the pass/fail aspect of field sobriety tests are highly subjective, an experienced Massachusetts DUI attorney will be able to bring to the court’s attention the flaws of the field sobriety tests.
Contact a SRIS Law Group Massachusetts OUI lawyer to discuss your case.
We have offices in Boston & Cambridge to better serve you.
DUI/OUI Massachusetts First Time Offense
Former Prosecutors Defending First Time Offenders
Is there a different between a first time OUI/DUI charge and second or subsequent offense of DUI/OUI in Massachusetts?
Yes! There is a distinction between a first time offense of drunk driving vs. a second or subsequent offense of drunk driving in Massachusetts. In Massachusetts, if you are 21 years of age or higher, an Operating Under the Influence (OUI) can be charged if you register at .08% or higher when tested for your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). If you are under 21 years of age, the limit is .02%.
The laws in Massachusetts are downright draconian in terms of DUI/OUI charge. An individual convicted of a first time OUI/DUI offense faces a maximum of 2 ½ years in jail, a $5,000 fine, and a suspension of your license at a RMV hearing. A Hardship License (used for school or work) may be granted if you meet the necessary criteria and you will be required to get a new type of high risk insurance. The cost of the high risk is very high. Therefore, it is critical to get the help of an experienced Massachusetts OUI/DUI Defense attorney immediately if you have been charged with an OUI/DUI in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts OUI/DUI Defense Lawyer
In some cases, a first time DUI/OUI defendant is given the option of utilizing a diversion program. This is referred to as an “alternative disposition” probation plea bargain (this is known as the 24D Program). However, to qualify for this alternative disposition, a first time DUI/OUI offender must enroll and complete a court-ordered drug and alcohol education program. As a result of the alternative disposition, your license will be suspended for 30 days. If you are under 21 years of age, then your license will be suspended for 210 days. You may face additional penalties if you refused the breathalyzer test.
If you were charged with a second or subsequent offense DUI/OUI offense in Massachusetts, you will face significantly harsher consequences.
A SRIS Law Group Massachusetts DUI/OUI lawyer will discuss the facts of your case with you and provide you with the guidance and care necessary to help you minimize or possible even have the DUI/OUI charge dismissed.
Contact a SRIS Law Group Massachusetts DUI defense attorney today for help.
We have offices in Boston & Cambridge to better serve you.
VIRGINIA DUI DEFENSE, MARYLAND DUI & MARYLAND DWI DEFENSE, MASSACHUSETTS OUI & MASSACHUSETTS DUI DEFENSE LAWYER
Licensed in Virginia, Maryland, D.C. & Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, Maryland & Virginia, operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol or other drugs may result in being charged with drunk driving. Driving under the influence of alcohol, drunk driving, drinking and driving is commonly referred to as a DUI or DWI. OWI is operating while intoxicated. Depending on the state you have been charged in, the charging document may refer to the charge as a DUI, DWI or OUI. Another type of offense is a DUID. DUID is driving under the influence of drug(s) or a combination of alcohol and drugs. Regardless of whether you have been charged with a DUI, DWI, OWI or DUID, the penalties are very serious in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts. The penalties you receive from the court is only the beginning. You stand to loose your job, pay an exorbitant rate for car insurance, loose your ability to drive either completely or have your driving privileges extremely restricted. The courts have had a lot of pressure put on them lately to not give any kind of break to those charged with an offense where alcohol and driving are involved. These laws apply not only to automobiles, but also to boats and aircraft as well.
The Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. has offices in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts to better serve you.
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Our offices in Virginia are in Fairfax, Fredericksburg, Lynchburg, Manassas, Richmond & Virginia Beach.
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Our offices in Maryland are located in Rockville & Baltimore.
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Our office in Massachusetts is in Boston.
If you wish to consult with one of our DUI/DWI/OUI/DUID attorneys in Virginia, Maryland or Massachusetts, please free to call us, email or contact us via our on line form.
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The attorneys of SRIS, P.C. have pooled their combined knowledge answer some frequently asked questions about DUI/DWI/OUI & DWID.
When the laws against drunk driving were originally passed in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts, a person was convicted based on a variety of factors such as driving symptoms, field sobriety tests. The drunk driving laws have evolved considerably and now the standard for determining if a person is driving under the influence is a lot more objective in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts. The drunk driving statutes in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts today call for a variety of standardized tests and scientific test to determine if the person who is charged with a DUI had a blood alcohol content over the legal limit. The three main factors the Virginia courts, Maryland courts & Massachusetts courts use to determine whether a person is guilty of a DUI is the officer’s observations of the accused at the time of offense, field sobriety tests (FSTs) and the intoxilyzer. The current model is the Intoxilyzer 5000. The Intoxilyzer is used to determine a person blood alcohol content (BAC). Through out the entire United States, a BAC of .08% or higher is deemed to be an illegal if driving.
Drinking while driving is illegal in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts. However, it is only illegal to drive after drinking if your BAC is higher than the legal limit.
If you are under the age of 21 and you drink and drive, even a BAC as low as .02% is enough to convict someone of drinking and driving. The blood-alcohol limit for aircraft pilots is 0.04%, and for commercial drivers 0.04% or 0.05%, depending upon the jurisdiction.
FAQ’s on DUI/DWI/OUI/DUID laws and defense.
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Is DUI / DWI Really Such A Big Problem?
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Is All Liquor The Same, Or Are Some “Safer” To Drink Than Others?
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What Exactly Is “Blood Alcohol Content?”
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What Is A “Breath Analyzer Test?”
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If Stopped By Police, Do I Have To Take A Breath Analyzer Test?
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Can I Be Charged With DUI / DWI For Driving After Taking Drugs?
- I Have More Than One DUI / DWI Conviction – What Will Happen?
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Are There “Alternative” Penalties Given For DUI / DWI?
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Should I get an attorney if I’ve been charged with DUI / DWI?
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Possible penalties of a DUI.
At SRIS, P.C., we have some of the most qualified and talented DUI attorneys in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts. Our job is to protect your rights. Also, any and all conversations you have with our legal staff are always held in the strictest of confidence. If you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, please make an appointment with one of our DUI defense attorneys in Virginia, Maryland or Massachusetts. Don’t wait until it’s too late to mount a defense. DWI’s and DUI’s are nothing to fool around with. Get the best legal advice you can.
If you wish to learn more about DUI laws in Virginia, DUI laws in Maryland or DUI laws Massachusetts, please feel free to read our newsletter about about DUI or our primer on drunk driving .
The Massachusetts, Maryland & Virginia DUI lawyers of SRIS, P.C. are ready to assist you if you have been charged with a DUI/DWI/OUI/DUID offense. Please feel free to call us, email or contact us via our on line form.
The Massachusetts, Maryland & Virginia DUI defense attorneys and staff of SRIS, P.C. speak the following languages in addition to English: Tamil, French, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Telugu, Cantonese, Mandarin & Malaysian.
Our attorneys who defend DUI cases are licensed to handle DUI/DWI/OUI/DUID cases in Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania & Massachusetts, however our lawyers DUI/DWI/OUI/DUID cases only in Virginia, Maryland & Massachusetts at the present time
Please click on attorneys to learn more about the drunk driving defense lawyers who assist clients charged with a DUI/DWI/OUI/DUID offense in Virginia, Maryland or Massachusetts.
