If you or a loved one has been served with a summons to appear as a witness in a criminal case in Massachusetts, one of the first questions that often comes up is: “Do I have to testify?” The short answer is: it depends...
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Other Penalties of a Criminal Charge Collateral consequences—also called “invisible punishments”—are the civil, regulatory, and social barriers that attach to a criminal conviction or even an admission of sufficient facts (such as a continuan…
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What Can My Employer See About My Criminal Charges
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It is important to note that even if a person is arraigned and a criminal record is created, there may be other favorable dispositions available. Some examples include:
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Understanding Criminal Dispositions in Massachusetts State Courts: Early Opportunities to Avoid a Record
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What if the jury in my case does not agree to my innocence? Or Guilt? What happens then?
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In law, sometimes simple terms can have complicated meanings. The term “motor vehicle” is an example. Although it may seem obvious, it is not always clear what counts as a motor vehicle. It is important to understand the legal definitionof a moto…
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In Massachusetts, a hoax device is a mechanism that resembles a bomb or other similar explosive weapon. It does not actually explode but resembles a real explosive device...
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Stalking is a crime that is often discussed. There are different types of stalking. One type is stalking someone who already has a restraining order against you...
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Peeping Tom Some crimes are very specific. Others cover a very broad range of behavior. Disorderly conduct, a crime in Massachusetts, is an example of the second. There are different types of disorderly conduct. One type is called “Peeping Tom” d…
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