You got pulled over and the officer said your car has no insurance. Maybe a payment bounced, the policy was canceled and the letter went to an old address, or you borrowed a friend’s car and had no idea. Now you have a court date, and you want to k…
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You hit a parked car, backed into a mirror, or bumped another driver, and you left. Now you are replaying it and wondering what happens next. You are not alone. This happens relatively often. It happens to people who have never been near the criminal…
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Learn how police, DA, judicial (276A), and Veterans diversion work in Massachusetts. Attorney William Barabino has successfully represented clients in every diversion pathway...
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In a criminal courtroom, the facts of the case should matter most. In reality, first impressions form quickly. Judges, prosecutors, court staff, and — when a case reaches trial — jurors notice clothing almost immediately. If you are wondering wha…
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Losing your driver’s license after an OUI (Operating Under the Influence) arrest in Massachusetts is often the most immediate and disruptive consequence a person faces
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As a defendant in a Massachusetts criminal case, reaching a plea agreement can feel like both a relief and a source of anxiety...
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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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When most people hear about the consequences of a criminal charge, they think of the penalties a judge can order in court: jail or prison time, probation, fines, and community service
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What Can My Employer See About My Criminal Charges
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Even after arraignment in a Massachusetts criminal case, favorable dispositions remain available...
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