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In the blink of an eye, a household situation can get out of hand. Actions can be taken that were never intended and false accusations can be made. Often, the police become involved and someone is charged with domestic violence. If you have become in… Read More

If you have been arrested on drug charges, you may be worrying about the potential consequences you face. The seriousness of drug crime penalties often depends on the quantity of drugs involved. Possession of a small amount of a controlled substance… Read More

Allegations of involvement in juvenile crime can have a serious impact on your child’s future. They may affect his or her ability to get a job, seek continuing education or even obtain security clearance. Especially if your child is college bou… Read More

Probation places a series of restrictions on your activities. Unfortunately, many people each year find themselves accused of violating these restrictions. If the probation department violates you, contacting an experienced criminal defense attorney… Read More

Even with access to public transportation, driving is necessary to get around Massachusetts. A suspended drivers license can mean losing a way to get to work, or to see family and friends. It can have a severe impact on your quality of life. That is… Read More

A restraining order (often called a protective order or a 209A order) is a legal order issued by a Massachusetts court. The order requires that one person avoid contact with another, either directly or through third party contact, as well as comply w… Read More

Just being accused of a sex crime can be devastating to a person’s family, career and entire life. If convicted, you may be subject to a long prison sentence. You may also face a registration requirement with the Massachusetts Sex Offender Regi… Read More

Every case is unique. Occasionally, a police officer will not arrest someone for a criminal charge. Instead, they will issue a summons for you to appear in court or before a clerk magistrate for a hearing. The hearing’s legal function is to det… Read More

Whether they result from an error in judgment or a false allegation, the penalties for property crimes can be serious. The best way to protect your rights and your freedom is to work with an experienced criminal defense attorney. If you have been acc… Read More

Being charged with a violent crime is one of the most serious accusations out there. A conviction for a violent crime could be devastating—leaving a person with a ruined reputation, families and friendships destroyed, or possibly heavy time in pris… Read More

When someone is charged with a firearms-related crime, like unlawful possession or unlawful carrying of a firearm, it’s time to contact Criminal Defense Attorney William J. Barabino. Mr. Barabino is a strong advocate of protecting the Second Amendm… Read More

It can happen to anyone. You are at the wrong place at the wrong time with property that doesn’t belong to you. The police catch you and the next thing you know you are being charged with theft, which in legal language is often called “la… Read More

Being harassed, stalked, or sexually assaulted is not only scary but can also be severely traumatizing. Similarly, being falsely accused of harassment can be harmful as well, jeopardizing careers and relationships with others. Massachusetts’s “ha… Read More

Not appearing in court for a criminal case when ordered to do so results in a default. When a person defaults, the court issues a warrant for their arrest. This warrant is recorded in a government database indefinitely. If a police officer finds out… Read More

Having a criminal record may impact your life beyond serving jail time or paying a fine. A criminal conviction stays with you, long after you have left the courtroom. It could impact future education and work opportunities and even ruin relationships… Read More

You have constitutional rights that protect your privacy. Under the Fourth Amendment to the US Constitution and Article 14 of the Massachusetts Declaration of Rights people in Massachusetts have a right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizu… Read More

In Massachusetts there are different ways a person may break the law. These include, civil infractions, violations of a municipal or town ordinance, misdemeanor offenses, and felonies. Sometimes a court may treat a misdemeanor offense or a violation… Read More

In Massachusetts, if shoplifted merchandise is valued at less than $100, a shoplifter may be punished by a fine. Although this punishment may seem minor, an admission of guilt stays on your record and could impact future education or job opportunitie… Read More

While most cases of domestic violence are not reported, those that are may lead police to file criminal charges. Domestic violence is not uncommon, but sometimes difficult family environments lead to mistakes being made and false accusations being ra… Read More

Being taken into custody by police can be scary. Sometimes when a person is under arrest they panic and do or say things that they otherwise would not do. It is not uncommon for people facing arrest to be shocked or surprised or react with physical r… Read More

While there is no such thing as a “casino lawyer” there are lawyers who are uniquely positioned to represent you if you get in trouble at the Encore Boston Harbor Casino. Work with Attorney William Barabino. Familiar with Your Situation The Law O… Read More

If you believe that the police are investigating you for criminal activity, contact a criminal defense lawyer right away. The longer you wait, the more you risk the negative consequences of being arrested or ordered to court to answer for a charge. F… Read More