Legal Question in Traffic Law in Massachusetts

driving offense

the officer says I failed to obey signs and markings. It was raining heavy and I was at the end of route 140 south. I took a left turn on a right lane. everybody does that and I didn't see any signs and I know that there are no markings on the ground. So, when he was behind me first I didn't see him, then when I did, I didn't think he was after me, since I hadn't done anything wrong. When I finally heard his siren I was at the corner near my house, and instead of stopping I drove to my driveway so he could give me the citation safely. He was very upset that I didn't stop and checked off on the citation CRIMINAL OFFENSE. And said that I would have to go to court and explain why I didn't stop for a police officer. I don't have any criminal or bad driving record. What should I expect at court. I'm very nervous. Any advice is appreciated. thank you.


Asked on 12/03/08, 12:31 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Christopher Vaughn-Martel Charles River Law Partners, LLC

Re: driving offense

You can certainly handle something like this on your own, but if you are concerned I would certainly recommend that you hire an attorney to represent you in court.

Please give me a call if you would like to discuss this matter further an attorney who specializes in criminal defense.

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Answered on 12/03/08, 12:35 pm


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