The criminal process can feel extremely confusing and overwhelming, particularly if this is your first experience with it. Aside from the nervousness over appearing in court and worrying about what will happen to you, you might be anxiously wondering what the next...

Year: 2023
Are courts biased against men in domestic violence cases?
Being accused of domestic violence can ruin your entire life. No matter the ultimate outcome, you are likely to still be labeled an “abuser” by people you knew and trusted. The stigma can follow you around for the rest of your life. A domestic violence accusation can...
What are the pros and cons of my criminal case going to trial?
When people in Boston and the surrounding areas are confronted with criminal charges—no matter what they are for—they will have questions about what happens next. People tend to maintain a vague notion of how the court system works based on watching the news, reading...
A criminal conviction can significantly impact your career
Massachusetts residents facing a criminal conviction usually focus on the more obvious consequences, such as fines and jail time. However, the impact on your career is an often-overlooked consequence of a criminal conviction. Your fines might be paid, you may have...
Can you seal drug charges in Massachusetts?
Having a criminal record can affect many areas of your life. It can make it harder or impossible for you to find employment, impact any professional licenses you have and create problems finding housing. Your reputation among family, friends and colleagues is also...
Why does it matter where I get arrested for drug charges?
It matters where you get arrested for alleged drug crimes. If a drug crime is committed in certain locations, such as school zones, there are enhanced penalties in addition to the penalties imposed for the underlying drug crime. Distributing drugs near schools or...