OUI Penalties in Massachusetts Go Beyond the Legal System

Were you charged with OUI in Massachusetts? It is possible that you are facing the reality of being charged with a criminal offense. People are quick to judge; court information is public access and family members and loved ones often find out as well. Companies are quick to fire someone when they are arrested, even before the person has made their way into a courthouse to face the charges.

A person can be arrested one night and be fired the next. And with jobs so scarce and the economy in a tough spot, losing a job can be very difficult for many people out there. But there are instances when aggressively defending against the charges with an experienced OUI Lawyer, and getting an acquittal or charges dropped, can lead to a job being restored.

The penalties for OUI in Massachusetts are more severe than other similarly unsophisticated, minor crimes. A person who steals something from a store or house can sometimes get less serious penalties than a person who is accused of driving over the legal limit.

For first-time OUI offenders, possible penalties include:

A maximum of 2.5 years in prison A one-year driver’s license suspension Possible one-year probation term
Every case varies and usually by the judge, the prosecutor and certainly the defendant’s choice of a Massachusetts OU Defense Attorney. Some first-time offenders can get out with completing an alcohol education program, probation and fines and fees. But sometimes judges can be out to make a point.

These penalties are on top of the aforementioned penalties a person can face outside the criminal justice system, which can be as daunting, at times. Defending the case and showing the flaws in the arrest and proving the Commonwealth doesn’t have proof beyond a reasonable doubt can help restore your name and reputation. If you have any questions about a pending OUI charge that you have, feel free to contact us at DelSignore Law today. We accept phone calls and texts at any time, at 781-686-5924.