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Don't Let Your Massachusetts DUI Ruin Your Life!

I will fight to save your license and freedom to drive!

I understand that you're probably feeling confused, angry, or somewhat fearful about what's happened to you. The process of being arrested, taken to jail, fingerprinted, and photographed was probably very dehumanizing to you. I sincerely sympathize with that.

To be honest with you--you're faced with a charge which can have serious outcomes. I don't want to scare you, but let me give you a glimpse of what's in store for you. If your case goes the wrong way you could lose your license, your insurance could go up, you could be fined, it could hurt you when you apply for a job, and you could even go to jail.

I'll Help You Keep Your License and Your Freedom

     I know you're very concerned about what might happen to you, but I'd like you to know that there's a good chance I can help.

     Did you know that there are at least 20 possible challenges that can be made to the Mass DUI / OUI / DWI charges you are facing? I can raise applicable ones for you so your case is as strong as possible.

     Sure, I can talk to the District Attorney about agreeing to a plea for the minimum OUI penalty allowed under Massachusetts Law, but in many cases the best choice is to fight. That's the kind of case I focus on. My goal is to get you off, to keep your record clean, and to prevent you from losing your freedom and your license to drive.

     You see . . . my practice is based on the belief that you were arrested when you shouldn't have been. At the very least, I'll make sure that you're being treated fairly.

     The District Attorney prosecutes these types of cases all day. He knows--and is willing to use against you--all of the fine legal points that are available to him.

     The law says that he only needs to prove that after drinking you were not able to drive your car safely, or that your blood alcohol exceeded a certain limit.

     That sounds pretty cut and dried, but it's not quite as simple as that. You see, if challenged, the DA also has to show that the arresting officer made the arrest properly, that you were properly advised of your rights, that the equipment he used to test you was working accurately, and even that the person operating that equipment was certified to operate it. If he gets information which may prove you innocent, an attorney can make him give you that information also.

Get The Legal Help You Need

     That's where I come in. I know how and where to make the proper motions which force the DA to prove that all the steps used in your arrest were done properly. If they weren't, then his case is weakened.

     I can't promise you that I'll be successful because each case is unique. Maybe the judge assigned to your case is more lenient on Mass drunk driving cases, or maybe he is harsher on them. Maybe there are some things distinctive to your case which are important. However, all things being equal, I think you'll find that I am well-trained and well-skilled, and that I fiercely protect your rights. When I take a case to a Massachusetts DUI trial, I beat it more then two thirds of the time.

    When you retain me you'll get expert legal help from an attorney who knows how to guide your mass DUI OUI DWI case through the complexities of the legal system. I've done it countless times. And you'll be certain you are being treated fairly by the judicial system because I'll insist that:

the District Attorney provide us with the name and address of anyone he plans to call as a witness, as well as copies of every written or recorded statements of their testimony. This will allow us to prepare our questions for them.
the DA provide us with any information or material he has which would show that you are not guilty of the charges against you, or which may help you get a lighter sentence.
I receiving copies of records showing that the equipment used for tests was functioning properly, and that the person giving the tests was properly certified.
they provide a copy of the police officer's training manual, so I can determine exactly where his mistakes in administering field sobriety test may have invalidated any alleged evidence against you.
they prove that you were advised of all of your rights. If you weren't, the DA's case may be weakened

I'll talk to the District Attorney beforehand to get him to produce his proof and let him know that I will be contesting in court all these points I mentioned. When his case is challenged, he has to take a lot of time producing this material and witnesses.

As you can see, what looks simple gets pretty complex. As your attorney I will look into all of these things for you so that you will have the best possible case.

Free Consultation and Review of Your Massachusetts OUI/DUI Arrest - a $200 Value

There is much more general advice I could give here about how to best fight an OUI charge, but I'd be going on for pages and pages. I would, however, be willing to give you specific legal advice as it pertains to the circumstances of your case and answer any questions you may have -- during a telephone conference or meeting. I will be happy to set up an appointment with you. The initial telephone conference and meeting are free to you, and there is no further obligation at all. In fact, until you agree, in writing, to pay me, you will never owe me any money. You can call me at any time. Most of the time, people reach me on the first try. If I'm not able to answer the phone immediately, I'll be sure to return your call promptly.

Here's How I'll Protect Your Rights

    When you call, you'll learn how I will guide you through the court system and how I'll champion your rights, using all my ingenuity and the options in the legal system to defend and protect you in your Mass drunk driving case.

   For example, I'll examine the Complaint against you . . . the police report . . . the steps which were used to conduct the chemical and roadside tests against you to determine if they are valid . . . and I'll show you how the police officer's testimony can be impeached.

   I will also analyze your case and discuss my approach to it, and I'll tell you about my fees. Anything you tell me during this and all other meetings will be absolutely confidential, whether or not you retain me.

In summary, with my help you'll get:

A free initial phone consultation or in-person meeting.
Personalized attention. I'll return your phone calls promptly, keep you informed, and answer all questions to help you put the pieces back together.
Reasonable fees, and you'll know in advance how you'll be charged.
Experience. I've helped people just like you many times.
Training. I devote myself to the study of DUI defense techniques and strategies. A lawyer who doesn't handle OUI cases every day simply won't have the right knowledge at his fingertips, and may miss some important rights and legal options that could be critical.
Aggressiveness. While I accept peaceful settlements if it is in your best interest, I take a tough stance to protect you and enjoy fighting and winning at trial.

So, if you want an attorney you can talk to, who understands what you want, who is interested in you and your situation, and who fights to get you results, call me today at (781)380-7730 for your free consultation.

Sincerely,

Russell Matson, Attorney at Law

P.S. In case you're still undecided about who, if anyone, to go to, let me tell you one final thing--it may be important. There is no extra fee for handling any other charges on the Complaint against you, as long as it is no more serious than a misdemeanor, such as driving to endanger, operating on a suspended license, drug possession, or any other charge.

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