Charged with a crime in or near Chelsea, MA? Scott F. Boochio is a criminal defense attorney at law that can defend your rights. He has more than 12 years of successful criminal defense practice. Our criminal defense attorneys have more than 25 years blended court room experience. We understand how to work for you in Chelsea, MA area courts. If you are dealing with criminal charges in the Chelsea, MA area, we have the experience to defend you and secure your liberty. We represent your interests, irrespective of the offense you’ve been charged with. Drug Possession and DUI/OUI carry serious criminal penalties in Massachusetts. Our law firm can protect your rights and see that you are handled fairly under the law. Don’t endanger your freedom when fighting criminal charges. Call and consult with one of our defense lawyers, we know how to inform you of your legal rights and how we will defend them. We will meet with you and go over your rights, represent you in in front of the judge and contend for the lowest possible sentence. Our staff of dedicated criminal attorneys believes you should be afforded all the rights the law affords you. We will work to protect your rights at all times. Our lawyers are well-versed in Massachusetts criminal law. Understanding of the law is only the beginning. We incorporate this legal knowledge with a team of lawyers who really care about their client’s futures. When you are being confronted with criminal allegations, potentiality heavy criminal sentences, and even your incarceration, our attorneys fight for you.
As criminal defense lawyers, our team understands Massachusetts criminal laws.
When there are very specific and rigid laws regarding criminal offenses in Chelsea, MA, it is strongly advised you hire an attorney at law who’s served the region for a considerable number of years, knowing the details of your city and state’s laws. We will investigate all aspects of your charges so that we can pursue a vigorous defense on your behalf. We understand how stressful a criminal charge can be. We will be there for you throughout this challenge. We will give you encouragement knowing we are defending you.
Looking for a DUI/OUI attorney near you?
Massachusetts’ DUI/OUI law says; Whoever, upon any way or in any place to which the public has a right of access, or upon any way or in any place to which members of the public have access as invitees or licensees, operates a motor vehicle with a percentage, by weight, of alcohol in their blood eight one-hundredths or greater, or while under the influence of intoxicating liquors, or of marijuana, narcotic drugs, depressants or stimulant substances, all as defined in section one of chapter ninety-four C, or the vapors of glue shall be punished by a fine of not less than five hundred nor more than five thousand dollars or by imprisonment for not more than two and one-half years, or both such fine and imprisonment. So, if you operate a motor vehicle on a public street or highway, while under the influence of intoxicating liquors or other substances and/or have a BAC of .08 or higher, you are in violation of the statute. You will face criminal sentences of up to two and half years in jail and/or a fine anywhere from $500.00-$5,000.00.
Searching for a B&E or Home Invasion lawyer near you?
The common law crime of Burglary or Breaking and Entering may result in a life-altering felony charge in Massachusetts. If you’ve been arrested for entering a dwelling, Breaking and Entering is charged as “Home Invasion”, if convicted you could be sentenced with a maximum penalty of up to 20 years in prison. An attorney’s experience and reputation are the best answer to such life altering charges. Contact Scott F. Bocchio at (855) 254-7841.
Massachusetts Drug Offenses Criminal Defense Attorney
Massachusetts’ law prohibits an individual from knowingly or intentionally possessing any controlled substance without a valid prescription. You can face punishment of up to one year of incarceration and/or up to a $1000.00 fine. Typically fines and the amount spent vary on the substance itself and the amount found on your person. To be found guilty of possession, you must:
You must possess and be knowledgeable of the heroin.
In Massachusetts, marijuana is now legal if you are 21 or older. Although legal, you cannot use marijuana on federal lands, or in public. The law says no more than 1 oz in your possession and no more than 10 oz in your home. It is considered illegal to operate a motor vehicle under the influence of marijuana. But, it is still a criminal offense to possess more than one ounce of marijuana. You can face a criminal sentence of up to one year of incarceration and/or up to a $1000.00 fine. Employers, cities, and landlords may also impose additional rules, regulations, or laws that govern marijuana usage can also apply. Best practice is to thoroughly know the local laws, employer’s rules, and even housing policies that refer to marijuana and its use.
If you’ve been arrested for an assault that occurred with someone with which you have a domestic relationship, you can be charged with domestic violence.
Heroin charges do not require possession. Just knowing heroin is present can lead to a criminal sentence of up to one year of incarceration and/or up to a $1000.00 fine. A first offense possession of heroin conviction can result in a criminal sentence of up to two years in the house of corrections and up to a $2000.00 fine. Additional convictions can result in convictions resulting in up to five years in prison and/or a fine of up to $5000.00
Chelsea, MA Domestic Violence Criminal Defense Lawyer
An assault that is alleged to have occurred between persons who have a domestic relationship is considered domestic violence . Prosecutors often prosecute these cases, often despite the wishes of a complaining witness. From misdemeanor to felony charges, domestic violence convictions carry their own criminal penalties. A conviction can also affect your rights to own or possess a firearm, and if you are not a US citizen, your immigration status can be negatively affected as well. Put Lawyer Scott Bocchio and his Criminal Defense Team’s 25 years of experience in defending Domestic Violence charges to work for you.
Armed Robbery Criminal Defense Attorney Chelsea, MA
Massachusetts General Law Part IV Title I Chapter 265 section 17, regarding armed robbery states; Whoever, being armed with a dangerous weapon, assaults another and robs, steals or takes from his person, money or other property which may be the subject of larceny shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for life or for any term of years. The punishment is more severe if, during the robbery, the assailant dons a mask or anything that causes facial distortion. If certain firearms were used in the robbery, the penalties are even more severe. Unarmed Robbery is governed by Chapter 265 section 19(b), and states; Whoever, not being armed with a dangerous weapon, by force and violence, or by assault and putting in fear, robs, steals, or takes from the person of another, or from his immediate control, money or other property which may be the subject of larceny, shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for life or for any term of years. Armed robbery is considered a crime deserving more severe penalties than unarmed robbery. Robberies of all types carry severe criminal penalties in Massachusetts.
