When there are outstanding criminal charges in more than one state, the mechanics of a legal defense can get a little complicated. It even is possible for a single incident to result in criminal charges in different states. As reported in the Nashua Telegraph, this recently happened to a man who allegedly fled the scene of a domestic violence incident in New Hampshire, to be arrested shortly thereafter in Massachusetts on a drunk driving charge. [Read More...]

Update: Brookline ultimately rejected state funding for these devices, due to the privacy concerns.

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The Brookline Police department is the latest to get roof mounted police cruiser cameras that scan and track all license plates within range. [Read More...]

A registry certification document is not sufficient evidence to prove that a person was notified of a license suspension. The SJC ruling says that if the Commonwealth is to prove that the person received “notice” that their license was suspended, it cannot simply introduce a certified document from the RMV which says that the notice was sent out. That document is “testimonial” and therefore cannot be introduced without accompanying testimony. [Read More...]

When charged with OUI in Massachusetts, the Commonwealth must prove 3 elements under the law to convict you. They must establish that you were 1) Operating a Motor Vehicle, 2) On a Public Road, 3) While Impaired or Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor (or drugs). How does that work if they find you asleep in your car?

As with so many legal situations, it depends. [Read More...]

The Globe reports that at least 40 people have been arrested in the Lawrence area after a warrant sweep operation.  [Read More...]