Facing an OUI charge can be confusing and stressful, especially when you are unfamiliar with the law, court system, and potential outcomes for your case. There are many components to the charge itself and complex issues related to breath testing and blood testing. When considering all of your potential defenses, it is important for you to understand how evidence may or may not be used against you in court. The attorneys at the Law Offices of Joseph D. Bernard are dedicated to guiding you through the entire process and ensuring you have an opportunity to ask questions about your charges and discuss all of your options. If you were arrested or have been charged in West Springfield, you will be appearing in the Springfield District Court.

The legal team at the Law Office of Joseph D. Bernard is experienced with OUI/DUI laws in Massachusetts and we are here to help when you need it. Potential clients in West Springfield, MA can count on OUI/DUI Lawyer Joseph D. Bernard to provide them with the legal help that they need.

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Understanding Your OUI/DUI Charges in West Springfield MA

When you are faced with an OUI/DUI charge it is important to understand what you’re up against and we know you have questions. You may ask if a OUI is a misdemeanor or a felony. You may not know what an OUI is in a legal sense and Attorney Joseph D. Bernard can answer all of your questions and more.

We know that the legal terms, technicalities, and processes can be overwhelming when you are faced with life-changing charges like an OUI or DUI in Massachusetts and we want to help. The Law Office of Joseph D. Bernard has the experience and legal knowledge that you need on your side and we can help you better understand the legal implications of your case. 

Areas We Serve in Massachusetts

Located in Hampden County – West Springfield, MA is home to more than 26,000 people. The Law Office of Joseph D. Bernard has three offices in the state – Springfield, Hyannis, and Belchertown – and we are here to help the residents of The Bay State. Here is a better look at the counties and communities we serve in Massachusetts. 

  • Barnstable County
  • Berkshire County
  • Bristol County
  • Dukes County
  • Essex County
  • Franklin County
  • Hampden County
  • Hampshire County
  • Middlesex County
  • Nantucket County
  • Norfolk County
  • Plymouth County
  • Suffolk County
  • Worcester County

What Can an OUI/DUI Attorney Do to Help Your Case in Massachusetts?

If you have been charged with an OUI/DUI in Massachusetts, you may need the help of an experienced attorney. A first-offense OUI is a misdemeanor in the State of Massachusetts – but additional offenses or serious injury can make the charge a felony and it is important to understand the legal processes that surround your case.

You may not believe that you need an attorney for a first offense, but there are a variety of ways in which an OUI/DUI attorney can help. With an OUI/DUI attorney at your side, you can question field sobriety tests, challenge the need for a traffic stop, re-evaluate any lab results, present a more comprehensive case to the prosecutor, get your license reinstated, get help finding alcohol counseling, get your charges reduced, and uncover any mistakes made by the policy – all within the letter of the law.

Are you a resident of West Springfield, MA that needs the help of OUI/DUI Lawyer Joseph D. Bernard? Contact the Law Office of Joseph D. Bernard today for a legal consultation on your case. We are happy to help!