Boston DUI Lawyer

Aggressive Representation for Drunk Driving Charges in Boston

OUI, or operating under the influence, is a criminal offense commonly referred to as DUI (driving under the influence) or drunk driving.  If you or someone you know is facing arrest or potential charges related to OUI, the most important thing you can do for yourself is to hire an experienced and aggressive attorney who is familiar with the court where the case will be held.  A driver arrested for this type of offense in Boston or the surrounding areas will face harsh penalties if they are indeed successfully convicted.  A Boston criminal defense lawyer can work to build an aggressive defense against your charges, offering you the ability to avoid a conviction and criminal penalties altogether.

It is not a crime to drink and drive.  It is only a crime if you operate a motor vehicle on a public roadway while "under the influence" of alcohol or drugs. This means that the prosecuting attorney will need to prove — beyond a reasonable doubt — that you were actually driving the vehicle, that you were on a public way and that you had a blood alcohol concentration of .08% or greater or had abilities significantly impaired by alcohol and/or a controlled substance.  All of these elements must be present for a Boston OUI conviction to be secured against a defendant.

There are many different factors relevant to an OUI case in Boston.  It is your lawyer's job to thoroughly investigate the circumstances of your case to determine where the weakness in the prosecution's case lies.  Exposing mistakes made by law enforcement, violations of your Constitutional rights and other issues will help your lawyer build an aggressive and effective case on your behalf.

Your Defense Against Boston OUI/DUI Charges

Just because you were arrested for DUI, took a breath test and showed a result higher than the legal limit, this does not mean that you will or should be convicted of drunk driving.  Our firm can offer you the counsel you need in both branches of your case: your RMV hearing and the criminal court process.  With a deep knowledge of the judges, prosecutors and procedures in the exact court where your case will be pending, you can trust that we can offer you the highly qualified defense that you deserve.

Never Been in Trouble With the Law?

If you are a first-time offender, you may be eligible for a pre-trial diversion program in which your charges could be dropped or greatly reduced.  With former prosecutors on your team, we know the ins-and-outs of the system including prosecutorial guidelines and how to negotiate most effectively with the District Attorney’s office.

Learn more about our firm, meet our criminal defense attorneys, and see what we do to defend you. To put our team to work, call (800) 461-6900 to sign-up for a free, no-obligation consultation at any of our local offices.