Driving Law

I represent adults, juveniles, junior operators and elderly drivers in Massachusetts at:

Registry of Motor Vehicle Hearings throughout Massachusetts.
Registry of Motor Vehicle Board of Appeals Hearings.
Hearings before the Insurance Commission.
Clerk Magistrate’s Hearings throughout Massachusetts.
Judge’s Appeals of moving violations throughout Massachusetts.
All court appearances for a criminal charge in Massachusetts from pre-arraignment, through arraignment, pre-trial and trial. Some examples of criminal driving charges are: drunk driving, operating to endanger, operating without a license, and use of a motor vehicle without authority.

What does representation cost?

Generally, I charge a flat fee for each civil motor vehicle hearing, such as any hearing before the Registry of Motor Vehicles, a civil Clerk’s Hearing or at Insurance Commission Hearings. I am happy to discuss my fees on a case by case basis, please feel free to call me at 617-934-0272 or email me.

Elderly Drivers are Impacted by the New Texting Ban

Written on October 2, 2010 in Disabled Drivers, Driving in the Media, Driving Law, Elderly Drivers

Elderly drivers always seem to be in the news – not the majority of them who drive well, use proper caution and follow the rules of the road. It seems that all are up in arms about the ‘danger’ of the elderly driving. This is a very real concern for the general public and for…

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What’s Considered a Mobile Device and What Can I Use While on the Road with the New Law?

Written on October 2, 2010 in Cell Phones, Driving Law

The new anti-texting law takes effect on September 30, 2010 in Massachusetts. This law prohibits using any mobile device. What does this mean? It means you can’t: WRITE electronic messages (texts, IM’s, emails, etc) READ electronic messages (texts, IM’s, emails, etc.) SEND electronic messages (texts, IM’s, emails, etc.) ACCESS THE INTERNET PLAY VIDEO GAMES…

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The New Anti-Texting Law in Massachusetts: Junior Operators

Written on September 30, 2010 in Cell Phones, Driving Law, Junior Operators, License Suspensions

If you drive in Massachusetts, you’ve certainly noticed the large signs on the road telling drivers that as of September 30, 2010 you can no longer text and drive. Teens can no longer use a phone and drive, except in the case of an emergency. The law sets forth the only times a teen can…

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Overview of the MA No-Texting Law (effective 9/30)

Written on September 29, 2010 in Criminal Defense, Driving Law, Juvenile Defense, Tech and the Law

So, finally, the Massachusetts Legislature has gotten it together and actually finalized the no texting law. It is now set to go into effect on September 30, 2010. Here’s what it means: There is to be no texting while driving. Texting includes: sending of emails, instant messages or reading of emails, instant messages or texts…

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Overview of the No-Texting Law

Written on September 28, 2010 in Cell Phones, Driving in the Media, Driving Law, Elderly Drivers

So, finally, the Massachusetts Legislature has gotten it together and has actually finalized the no texting law. It’s set to go into effect on September 30, 2010. Here are a few of the highlights: 1. There will be no texting while driving. This means no sending of emails, instant messages or reading of emails, instant…

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Qualifications to Operate a Motor Vehicle in Massachusetts: Elderly or Disabled?

Written on September 28, 2010 in Disabled Drivers, Driving Law, Elderly Drivers, Friends and Family of Elderly Drivers

Are there physical qualifications to operate a motor vehicle? The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles, Medical Affairs Branch is responsible for setting forth policies and procedures regarding physical qualifications for driving. The policies are set from recommendations from the Registry’s Medical Advisory Board. The Medical Advisory Board, is appointed by statute: Mass. Gen. Laws c….

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Habitual Traffic Offender – Hardship License

Written on September 25, 2010 in Driving Law, Hardship Licenses, License Suspensions, Moving Violations, Speeding Tickets

Have you received a notice that your license is suspended because you are a Habitual Traffic Offender (or “HTO”)? You may not have been paying attention to your driving record, or even been unaware of this possible license revocation. The potential for being classified as an HTO and having your licenses suspended for FOUR or…

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But I Will Automatically Lose My License if I Refuse!

Written on September 24, 2010 in Breathalyzer, Driving Law, DUI, OUI

This is a common statement regarding the current state of the law regarding breath test (or other chemical test) refusal in Massachusetts. It is true; if you don’t take a breathalyzer your license WILL be suspended. The length of the suspension depends on your age and whether or not you have previously been convicted of…

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Junior Operators and Speeding

Written on September 22, 2010 in Driving Law, Junior Operators, Teen Drivers

A question that has come up a lot in my practice recently is whether or not a Junior Operator’s license will be suspended for a moving violation that is not speeding. The answer, after a lot of research, basically ruling out all the alternatives is that the purpose of the new Junior Operator Statute is…

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Students and Crimes – Even Driving Can Impact your Record!

Written on September 21, 2010 in Criminal Defense, Driving Law, Juvenile, Juvenile Defense, Students, Teen Drivers

If you are the parent of a high school or college student who gets charged with a crime (or if you are a high school or college student) you are probably worried about the effects will have on your future! A criminal conviction can have an effect on your future! It can effect your future…

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Stopped by a Police Officer?

Written on September 20, 2010 in Arraignment, Clerk's Hearings, Court, Criminal Defense, Driving Law, DUI, License Suspensions, Moving Violations, Speeding Tickets

You are are driving home from work, school or errands and you are ALMOST home. You are going a little bit over the speed limit or perhaps you have forgotten to place your new registration sticker on your rear license plate. You are about to turn onto the main street that leads to your neighborhood…

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Elderly Drivers May Soon Have New Regulations for Keeping Drivers Licenses

Written on March 4, 2010 in Driving Law, Elderly Drivers, Friends and Family of Elderly Drivers, News

Elderly drivers have been in the news a lot over the past few years. I’ve blogged on it in the past. Many receive “Immediate Threats” and get their license revoked for even minor driving violations. The Senate has now passed a bill (which was previously approved by the House of Representatives) that requires drivers over…

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