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If you or someone you love has been arrested for operating under the influence (OUI) in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, the criminal defense lawyers at Spring & Spring can help. We offer personalized defense strategies to protect clients from the worst possible consequences of an OUI conviction. Learn more today during a free case consultation.
A drunk driving defense lawyer in Massachusetts will understand the state’s OUI laws and how to use them to your greatest advantage as a criminal defendant. Your attorney can provide services such as:
You can count on your DUI Defense lawyer to negotiate for the best possible OUI case outcome while you focus on rebuilding your life and planning for the future.
OUI, also known as driving under the influence (DUI), is a crime under Mass. General Laws c.90 § 24. This law prohibits a driver from operating or otherwise controlling a motor vehicle while on a public roadway under the influence of drugs, alcohol or another impairing substance.
Driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC) above the legal limit of 0.08 percent or while impaired by drugs is a serious offense that can have life-changing consequences. A conviction could result in a jail or prison sentence, hefty fines, and license suspension up to one year, as well as more severe penalties for repeat offenders.
Defenses are available to allow you to fight against OUI charges in Chelmsford. For example, your lawyer may be able to attack the accuracy of breath, blood or urine BAC tests or argue that the police committed civil rights violations during your arrest. Attorney Spring will customize a defense strategy for your individual circumstances to seek optimal results.
If you are arrested for an OUI offense in Chelmsford, your criminal case will be heard in the Lowell District Court. This court also serves the residents of Billerica, Dracut, Lowell, Tewksbury and Tyngsboro. Here is some basic information about the courthouse:
In 2023, 21,173 new cases were filed with the Lowell District Court – 5,535 of which were criminal cases. This courthouse serves about 275,000 people. Chris Spring has a long history of trying criminal cases in nearly every courthouse in Eastern Massachusetts, including the Lowell District Court.
Spring & Spring is a reputable criminal defense law firm in Chelmsford that is prepared to take your DUI case. We are passionate about helping clients defend their rights in the face of potentially life-altering criminal charges. Contact us online or call (617) 513-9444 today to start your OUI case with a free, zero-obligation consultation.