Melanie's Law

DUI Defense Lawyers Serving Worcester, Massachusetts

Melanie's Law was passed in Massachusetts on October 28^th, 2005 and went into effect on January 1^st, 2006. The primary purpose of the Bill was to increase the penalties for Operating Under the Influence (OUI). Often referred to as drunk driving or DUI (Driving Under the Influence) throughout the U.S., criminal offenses of this nature are treated with the utmost importance by law enforcement throughout Worcester County. This is evidenced not only by the full implementation of Melanie's Law throughout the Commonwealth but also in the increased number of Sobriety Checkpoints and DUI arrests in the area.

Arrested for OUI/DUI in Worcester County, Massachusetts? If so, you may be at risk of facing increased penalties under Melanie's Law if you are a repeat offender or have been accused of child endangerment or a Breathalyzer refusal. Contact the Massachusetts DUI Defense Group today for a FREE case evaluation with an experienced Worcester DUI Defense Lawyer.

DUI/OUI Penalties Associated with Melanie's Law

There are serious penalties that may be implemented under Melanie's Law for all types of drunk driving offenders. Extensive terms of imprisonment, fines of up to $50,000 and permanent driver's license suspension, and mandatory installation of an Ignition Interlock Device are all possibilities for a defendant convicted of DUI in Massachusetts. Following are some of the particular offenses that Melanie's Law affects:

• First DUI Offenders
• Second, Third and Subsequent Offenses (Repeat Offenders)
• Breath Test Refusals
• OUI on a Suspended License
• Child Endangerment (Having a Child Under 14 in the Vehicle While OUI)

FREE Consultation with a Worcester DUI Attorney

If you are interested in learning more about your rights and legal options in avoiding a Worcester DUI conviction and serious penalties under Melanie's Law, please contact The Massachusetts DUI Defense Group as soon as possible. Our attorneys are not only highly experienced but are also fully dedicated to giving you the aggressive representation and compassionate support you deserve.

FREE Initial Consultation

Our Worcester DUI Defense Attorneys in understand that people are arrested for drunk driving at all hours and need solid legal advice right away.  When you need effective, strategic defense, contact us 7 days a week, 24 hours a day at (888) 456-2773.  We answer our phones at night and on the weekend - we even meet clients at our Worcester office on Saturdays and Sundays!