Worcester Melanie's Law Attorneys
The OUI penalties in the state of Massachusetts are considerably more severe after the 2005 Melanie's Law ruling. If you have prior OUI convictions, you cannot take this lightly. You need quality legal representation to help protect your future.
At Glickman, Sugarman, Kneeland & Gribouski, we have extensive experience in defending clients with multiple OUI/DWI/DUI infractions. We will take every possible path in an effort to defend your rights. Contact one of our Worcester Melanie's Law lawyers before pleading guilty to a second OUI offense.
What are Are Some of the Consequences of Melanie's Law?
- Increased license suspension if you have multiple OUI convictions
- Increased license loss if you refuse the breathalyzer Breathalyzer test
- A child endangerment statute with tougher penalties for an OUI offense when there is a passenger under the age of 14 in your vehicle. This includes loss of license for a year and possible jail time
- If you are convicted of a second (or greater) OUI offense, you will have to have an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle before your license is reinstated
- Cancellation of your vehicle registration after a third (or greater) OUI conviction
- Loss of your vehicle if you are convicted of a fourth (or greater) OUI
- A license suspension of 15 years if you are convicted of homicide with your vehicle
Southbridge Drunk Driving Defense Lawyers
Even if your first OUI conviction was many years ago, it is important that you secure experienced legal counsel right away after your second or additional OUI. Our OUI defense attorneys have tried thousands of drunk driving cases and are skilled in putting together all the details for our clients' defense.
In building your case, we will investigate all cruiser videos, police reports, police officer training reports and documents regarding the calibration of all testing mechanisms used during the traffic stop. Was there probable cause to pull you over, and if so, was the smell of alcohol observed after the stop? Our goal is to try to get a dismissal before your case goes to trial.
We know what questions the prosecutors likely will ask and we will prepare our clients and witnesses for testimony and cross examination.
Protect Your Rights
If you have been arrested for a second or greater OUI, you need a law firm that will aggressively defend your rights.
Contact Glickman, Sugarman, Kneeland & Gribouski for a free consultation and case evaluation with our attorneys. We offer skilled, professional advocacy focused on your rights.
Dedicated lawyers serving Worcester, Southbridge, and Fitchburg, Massachusetts, since 1960
Free consultations • Personal injury and wrongful death cases handled on contingency basis • Office conveniently located in downtown Worcester near the courts
