Worcester County, Massachusetts DUI Lawyer

The offense of drunk driving in Massachusetts is called OUI or Operating Under the Influence. It can also be referred to as DUI or Driving Under the Influence. In either case, it is a serious crime with both immediate penalties and long-term impact. However intimidating, it is not a situation to be diminished or ignored. Equally, it is not recommended that you defend yourself because of the severe consequences of being found guilty. It doesn't help that OUI/DUI laws can be confusing.

An experienced OUI/DUI defense attorney can help you through the legal maze, bring you peace of mind and get you the best possible result. Worcester County OUI/DUI Lawyer Josh Weinberger knows the Massachusetts DUI laws and legal system well. He will protect your rights and seek reduction or dismissal of the charges filed against you.

For more information, contact Worcester OUI/DUI Attorney Josh Weinberger by calling (877) 289-0839 or filling out the request form to the left. The initial consultation is free and there is no obligation, so call now.

A first time offense for drunk driving in Massachusetts can lead to fines, jail, community service, loss of license for up to one year and mandatory enrollment in an alcohol education program. There are 'alternative disposition' plea bargains with probation for simple DUI cases though it is important to note that you would still have a criminal arrest record. That could affect your ability to keep or find employment. Canada has increasingly utilized data sharing with the US to enforce its policy of denying entry to anyone with a criminal record.

Being convicted of Massachusetts DUI will also result in cancellation of auto insurance or significantly higher premiums. Commercial drivers would be denied the ability to drive for up to one year.

You can fight a DUI. Worcester County Massachusetts DUI Attorney Josh Weinberger will challenge evidence, study the arrest report for errors in procedure and policy, question the reason for the initial traffic stop and review breath and blood test equipment maintenance records. Josh Weinberger will develop the best defense for your specific case and seek to get the charges reduced or dismissed.

There are many conditions that impact the suspension of driver's license for drunk driving in Worcester County. These include your blood alcohol content at the time of your arrest, whether you are an underage or commercial driver and whether you refused to submit to a breath or blood test. The minimum suspension period is 30 days though there are restrictions and it usually involves pleading guilty to first offense DUI. The suspension period can be for as much as one year.

If your BAC was .08% or higher or you refused to submit to a breath test your license will be automatically suspended 15 days after your arrest. You can request a license appeal hearing and fight the suspension but you must do so within the 15-day window. As a last resort, hardship licenses are available, but again, each case is unique.

In addition to legal guidance with your criminal case, Worcester Massachusetts DUI Lawyer Josh Weinberger can handle your license issues and improve the chances of retaining your driving privileges. Remember, time is important, so contact Josh Weinberger for immediate help.

The state of Massachusetts recently modified its laws permitting a 'lifetime lookback' period for incidents of drunk driving. Basically, DUI arrests never expire and the courts can use any and all prior alcohol related traffic incidents when determining penalties at sentencing. This makes it more important to fight the charges and try to keep your record clean.

Worcester County DUI Attorney Joshua Weinberger performs criminal defense work throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and he has successfully defended a large number of OUI/DUI cases. Attorney Joshua Weinberger graduated from Suffolk University Law School. He is a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association and the Plymouth County Bar Association. In addition to his trial work, Attorney Weinberger pursues appeals of criminal convictions through the Massachusetts Appeals Court, and he has argued before the Supreme Judicial Court.

To schedule a free initial review of your case, contact Worcester County Massachusetts DUI Lawyer Josh Weinberger by filling out the form to the left or calling (877) 289-0839. There is no obligation and you will learn more about your legal options, the law firm's experience and the fees for properly handling your case.