Boston Melanie's Law Attorneys
Newton Needham Repeat DUI Lawyers
At Russell & Associates LLC, our attorneys are former prosecutors who are experienced in OUI/DUI arrests and criminal defense. We know how to keep people out of jail and we know how to protect driving privileges. We also understand that Melanie's Law significantly enhances the penalties for drinking and driving.
Massachusetts OUI Defense Attorneys With Unique Insight
Founder and criminal defense attorney Peter Russell educated police officers on spotting a drunk driver and the proper arrest procedures involved. He attended police department roll calls and conducted training during his nine years as an assistant district attorney and an assistant attorney general.
If the law was not followed precisely and your rights were violated, we will find out and use that information to build a strong, fact-based defense.
Potential Drunk Driving Consequences in Middlesex County
If you are facing your first OUI (DUI) charge or you have been convicted in the past, Melanie's Law has increased the consequences to serve as an additional deterrent. Some of the consequences include:
- License suspension for first-time offenders
- Breathalyzer refusal results in 180-day driver's license suspension
- Ignition interlock device required for second OUI offense or OUI for those under age 21
- Potential five-year loss of license for a second offense
- Melanie's Law mandatory sentences, including 14-day addiction inpatient program for multiple offenders
Team Russell ∙ Our Success Speaks Volumes
We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to address your legal problems.
Contact the Boston or Needham MA office of Team Russell by phone at 781-559-0152 locally or 866-828-1957 toll free. You can also send our trial lawyers an e-mail to schedule a free initial consultation with an experienced Middlesex County OUI attorney.
