Tough new laws in Massachusetts make it more important than ever to retain a qualified and experienced DWI defense lawyer to avoid the worst penalties for drunk driving. The Law Office of Bruce J. Patryn can mount a swift and aggressive attack on the evidence and procedures in your case to win dismissal, improve your chances at trial, or secure a favorable plea with less serious consequences.
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Mr. Patryn, a former prosecutor, will knowledgeably advise you of your legal options under the facts of your case. Based in Springfield, we provide a free initial consultation to people arrested for DWI/DUI/OUI in Hampden County or Hampshire County.
Massachusetts DWI Laws Are Stricter Than Ever
In Massachusetts, new statutes and penalties have made DWI (also called DUI or OUI) a very serious offense with various ramifications. In particular, second and subsequent offenses are dealt with more harshly. Under the lifetime "look back" period - you could go to jail even if your previous DWI was 10 or 20 years ago!
With the passage of Melanie's Law in 2005:
· DWI after suspension for a previous DWI is now a crime in and of itself, which carries a harsh sentence.
· Conviction for subsequent DUI offenses can result in mandatory installation of a "breathalyzer" ignition interlock device on your vehicle.
· Driving drunk with a child under age 14 in the car triggers a child endangerment by DWI offense, with a minimum penalty of six months in jail and one year loss of license.
· Refusing to take a blood alcohol test now results in a mandatory license suspension.
· A fourth conviction can result in vehicle forfeiture.
These are only some of the new consequences under Massachusetts DWI/DUI laws. We will fully explain all the possible drunk driving penalties you may face for your particular circumstances.
Aggressive and Experienced DWI Defense
We seek to put the prosecution on the defense through proactive challenges to the state's case. We file motions to suppress key evidence or motions to dismiss charges on Fourth Amendment grounds. The firm has obtained positive results for citizens charged with DWI/OUI/DUI or related offenses by successfully challenging:
· Probable cause for DUI traffic stops
· Conclusions drawn from Field Sobriety Tests
· Blood alcohol content (BAC) breath tests
· Conduct of police
Attorney Patryn served four years as a Hampden County assistant district attorney. In addition to gaining valuable trial experience, he also acquired insights into the strategies of prosecutors, the tendencies of judges, and how best to attack a DWI allegation.
He is fully prepared to take your drunk driving case to a jury and vigorously challenge weaknesses in the prosecution's evidence, or strike a plea bargain when it is in your best interests. Contact an experienced DWI defense lawyer with a solid record of favorable outcomes for clients