Legal Question in DUI Law in Massachusetts
Hi
I have 3 dui, the 1st one in Nh back in 87 and one in mass in 87 and the last one was in May 2007 will I go to jail?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Hi
You should find out if there is any defense or action you can take to undermine the government's case against you.
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Re: Hi
Under Massachusetts General Laws, if convicted of an OUI 3rd Offense, the penalty is a minimum of 180 days to 2 ½ years in the House of Correction (with 150 days minimum to be served); a fine of no less than $1000 and no more than $15,000; attendance at a residential alcohol treatment facility (at your expense); a $50 victim witness fee; a $50 victims of drunk driving fund assessment; a $250 head injury fund assessment; and an 8 year loss of your driver’s license.
If you pleade guilty or are convicted, you will go to jail for a minimum of 6 months, and will be eligible for release/parole at 5 months.
I recommend you consult with an attorney nbefore making ANY decision on how to proceed. There are a variety of ways to challenge the assertions of the commonwealth and their claims that you were intoxicated. Please contact me if you wish to discuss further.