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…
Overview of the MA No-Texting Law (effective 9/30)
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…
What do the Sex Offender Classifications mean?
What does it mean to be classified as a Sex Offender? Basically there are three levels of Sex Offenders in Massachusetts. The Board gives you a preliminary classification, and you have the right to fight that classification. The possibilities of classification are as follows: LEVEL 1 If the SORB determines that the risk of re-offense…
Overview of the No-Texting Law
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…
Qualifications to Operate a Motor Vehicle in Massachusetts: Elderly or Disabled?
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….
What Happens at Arraignment?
Arraignment is when you are officially charged with a crime in front of judge. You get to arraignment one of four ways. The first way is a little less pleasant. 1. Worse case scenario – You are arrested and brought to court either the same day or the next day. Here are a few scenarios where…
Habitual Traffic Offender – Hardship License
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…
The Police are Asking Questions – Do you Answer?
Most people, well at least a lot of people, believe that if a Police Officer or someone else in law enforcement is asking them a question, then they have to answer. This is not true. Trying to be helpful to the Police when they are investigating a crime often leads to becoming a suspect (if…
Does Every College Kid Have a Fake I.D.?
It seems like an okay idea. You find the name of a guy on campus who makes great ID’s (or maybe you are good with a computer and made your own) or you and your friends trek into a city and pay anywhere from $20.00 to $500.00 for a license that says you are 21….
But I Will Automatically Lose My License if I Refuse!
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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