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This post will answer some frequently asked questions on the legal defense of alibi. What is alibi evidence? Testimony suggesting that the defendant was not present at the place and time when the offense charged in the complaint is alleged to have oc…

According to M.G.L. c. 266, § 16 a person who breaks and enters into a building, ship, vessel, or vehicle with the intent to commit a felony can be punished. Violation of this statute carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in state prison. This post…

In Massachusetts, “vandalism” and “malicious destruction of property” are everyday labels for charges that punish painting, marking, injuring, or destroying someone else’s property. Two statutes do most of the work: G.L. c. 266, § 126A (of…

Drug Paraphernalia Charges in Massachusetts A Massachusetts “drug paraphernalia” charge is easy to misunderstand. People often assume the law criminalizes simply owning a pipe, papers, scale, or similar equipment for personal use. The main crimin…

There are many different categories of assault and battery in Massachusetts. Under M.G.L. c. 265, § 13D a person who intentionally touches the person of a police officer or public employee in a way that could cause offense or bodily harm may be puni…

Assault and battery causing serious bodily injury is an aggravated form of assault and battery under Massachusetts law...

Under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 265, Section 13A the crime of Assault and Battery is defined. Assault and Battery is the intentional or reckless touching of another in a way that is either likely to cause bodily harm or is offensive. This po…

Negligent Operation of a motor vehicle is a crime in Massachusetts, punishable under M.G.L. c. 90, § 24(2)(a). A person acts negligently when they fail to use due care, or they act in a way that a reasonable person would not. Massachusetts General L…