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What is a CWOF? A defendant admits that the facts contained in the police report are true and that they could be found guilty. Instead of the court imposing a guilty finding, however, the court agrees to continue (i.e., postpone) making a finding until a specified date, generally with certain conditions like probation that must be met while the matter is continued. -
I Was Accused of a Crime I Didn’t Commit. What Are My Rights? Being accused of a crime is a life-changing event. The most important thing to remember is that your guilt has not yet been established. You are presumed innocent until proven guilty -
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Understanding OUI and Cannabis in Less than a Minute Recreational cannabis has been legal in Massachusetts for those over 21 since 2016. Individuals can legally have up to one ounce (five grams of which may be concentrated) of marijuana on their person, up to ten ounces of marijuana in their home, and cultivate no more than six plants. -
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What Are Ignition Interlock Devices? An Ignition Interlock device (IID) is a small breathalyzer that is installed in your car. The device is about the size of a cell phone. An IID is connected to the ignition system and prevents a car from starting unless the driver gives a passing deep lung air sample. -
How Can I Get My Driver’s License Reinstated After an OUI Arrest or Conviction? OUI offenses—whether an arrest or conviction— impact your driver’s license. It's important to know what to do in order to get your license reinstated -
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When You Resist Arrest or Assault a Law Enforcement Officer To make an arrest, the police must have probable cause that a crime has been committed. Call criminal defense attorney, Nate Amendola for help. -
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Will a DUI Conviction affect my ability to get or maintain a Security Clearance? Knowing how to approach a request for security clearance is everything. Be prepared for questions about your conviction, and answer them with complete honesty.