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Today, on Tuesday, 25 February 2025, NOT GUILTY: In Commonwealth of Massachusetts v. Defendant, Docket No. 2449 CR 1479, after trial, my client was found NOT GUILTY of Operating a Motor Vehicle While Under the Influence of Alcohol (OUI, DWI, DUI)*.
How to Find the Best Attorney in Massachusetts for Your DWI Case
In this Blog OUI (Operating Under the Influence) and DUI (Driving Under the Influence) or DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) will be used interchangeably as synonymous acronyms for the same crime know colloquially as “drunk driving”
When facing a drunk driving charge in Massachusetts, selecting the right criminal defense attorney can make a critical difference in the outcome of your case. Massachusetts has specific OUI/DUI laws, and navigating them requires specialized knowledge.
Understanding Massachusetts OUI Laws
Massachusetts treats OUI (Operating Under the Influence) charges seriously. First-time offenders face potential license suspension, fines, and even jail time. Subsequent offenses carry increasingly severe penalties.
What to Look for in a Criminal Defense Attorney
Attorney with Specialized OUI Experience
Look for attorneys who focus specifically on OUI/DUI defense. Ask about:
How many OUI cases they’ve handled in Massachusetts courts
Their success rate with cases similar to yours
Their familiarity with breathalyzer and field sobriety test challenges
DUI Attorneys with Local Court Knowledge
Massachusetts has multiple district courts, each with different judges and prosecutors. An attorney familiar with your specific court will understand local procedures and relationships that might benefit your case.
Credentials and Reputation
Research potential attorneys by:
Reading client reviews
Looking for recognition in legal publications
Asking for referrals from trusted sources
Questions to Ask During Consultations with Your Drunk Driving Lawyer
When meeting with potential DUI attorneys, ask:
What defense strategies would you consider for my specific situation?
What are the potential outcomes of my case?
What is your communication policy? How often will we discuss my case?
What fees do you charge and what do they include?
Resources for Finding Qualified OUI Attorneys
Massachusetts Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
County bar associations throughout Massachusetts
National College for DUI Defense member directory
Legal aid services if financial assistance is needed
Final Considerations
Remember that cost shouldn’t be the only factor. An experienced OUI attorney might charge more but potentially save you significant money and stress in the long run through reduced penalties or case dismissal.
I have been providing Operating Under the Influence (OUI and OUI Drugs, DUI and DWI) defense services in Massachusetts for over Thirty (30) years. I have been named a “Superior DUI Attorney” by the National Advocacy for DUI Defense, one of the “Ten best attorneys for Massachusetts”, by the American institute of DUI/DWI attorneys, a “Top 100 Trial Lawyer” by The National Trial Lawyers, I have earned the “Clients’ Choice Award” by AVVO, the Client Champion Platinum Award by Martindale-Hubbell and I have won over Ninety Percent (90%) of my trials.* Call Mike Now at: (508) 393-4162.
This blog is not intended to be legal advice, if you have been charged with Operating Under the Influence (OUI, DUI, DWI all common acronyms varying by state for “Drunk Driving”) or any other crime in Massachusetts you should call an experienced and successful Drunk Driving lawyer immediately.