Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts
M.G.L Chapter 268 Section 32
An individual was under the influence of alcohol and pulled an emergency medical call box and ran away. Police and the ambulance were called. A week later he received a notice saying he has to appear in court for misdemeanor false call charges. If he pleads guilty what is the worst that could happen? He has a clean record and is an outstanding citizen for the town where he has worked for a volunteer EMT for 7 years. Misdemeanors carry sentences of up to 1 year in jail and $500-$1000 in fines however I want to know what specific sentencing he may receive if this case were to go through. Do you think he would get jail time? or just a fine? or both?
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2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: M.G.L Chapter 268 Section 32
This individual should retain an attorney and confide only in that attorney and not discuss this matter personally or through anyone else on the net in an open forum such as this. Good Luck!
Re: M.G.L Chapter 268 Section 32
There are two portions to c. 268, �32. One pertaining to a call box connected with a police signal system and another that pertains to a highway emergency aid box. The former allows for up to 2 years imprisonment and/or a fine of $500 to $1000. The latter allows for a $100 to $500 fine. If the individual has a clean record it is unlikely that he will go to jail, even under the first premise. However, it is possible and as I advise anyone facing a charge that carries the potential for jail time, hire a lawyer. Do not take any court appearance lightly. Your record stays with you for life. This is not the time nor the place to be frugal. The money the person saves will be long long forgotten while the CORI stays for life.
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