Many people do not realize that in Massachusetts, threatening to commit a crime is a crime in itself. It is a potentially serious crime that can result in a jail or prison sentence based on the nature of the crime threatened. If you find yourself accused of threatening to commit a crime, contact a...

Massachusetts takes operating under the influence (OUI) crimes very seriously. If you get convicted of drunk or drugged driving in Massachusetts, you could face penalties such as expensive fines and mandatory jail time. If you are an immigrant living in Massachusetts – either documented or undocumented – you could also face the risk of...

In Massachusetts, bail is an amount of money that must be paid by a criminal defendant to secure his or her release from jail before a trial. The amount of bail is decided by the court based on factors such as the nature of the crime, the defendant's criminal history, the defendant's flight risk...

An arraignment is typically the first court appearance required of an individual who is facing criminal charges (the defendant). You may have to attend an arraignment hearing if you get arrested in Massachusetts for driving under the influence, assault charges, or other crimes. You may also be called for an arraignment hearing if you're...

Having an open container of alcohol in your vehicle is a crime in many states, but Massachusetts is no longer one of them. As of February 21, 2020, the Supreme Judicial Court ruled that an open alcohol container is not a crime in the Commonwealth. This does not mean that you can have an...