On June 22, 2021, the Supreme Court of the United States handed down its decision in Lange v. California, where the Court examined the Fourth Amendment and the so-called “hot pursuit” doctrine. Specifically, the Supreme Court was asked whether a police officer’s pursuit of a person who has committed a misdemeanor categorically qualifies as an exigent…
When someone hears that they are facing a license suspension, one of the first worries is, “How am I going to get to work?” Even a 30-day license suspension for failing a breath test can put someone into a difficult situation. While rides from friends and family, Uber or a cab are options, many look for options…
After much debate within the district courts, on October 10, 2019, the Supreme Judicial Court announced that a fog line constitutes a marked lane for the purposes of motor vehicle stop for a marked lanes violation in accordance with G. L. c. 89, § 4A, a civil motor vehicle infraction. In Commonwealth v. Larose, the Court analyzed…
If you are facing an OUI charge, your day in court is an opportunity to fight for your rights and to secure the best possible outcome for yourself and your family. In these uncertain times amid the COVID-19 pandemic, this has never been more important. If you have a current open OUI case or if…
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