Scott Bocchio, criminal defense lawyer, has defended those arrested near the Danvers, MA area for more than a decade. With over 25 years of overall experience throughout our law firm, Your Legal Rights Advocates are the most recognized criminal attorneys in Danvers, MA. If you are arrested for criminal allegations in the Danvers, MA area, we have the knowledge to fight for your rights under the law and protect your liberty. We do the job, regardless of the criminal offense you’ve been arrested for. Our attorneys have practical legal knowledge in all drug possession-related arrests, ensuring you know your legal rights and defend them. If you’ve come to the conclusion that you need to have legal counsel to represent and defend you in your criminal proceedings, get in touch with our team. We’ll meet with you and inform you of your rights, represent you in the courtroom and contend for the minimum likely sentence. As your team of attorneys, we fight our clients against scandalous, unfair, or harassing investigations. Our attorneys are well-versed in Massachusetts criminal law. Not only are we truly knowledgeable, we are zealous about our clients. We will seek to defend you at every step of the criminal proceedings.
Our attorneys are tried and tested in Massachusetts criminal law.
After serving the Danvers, MA area for several years, we are familiar with the local laws and state laws you may be charged under. We will investigate all factors of your case so that we can focus on a vigorous defense as your legal representative. Criminal proceedings can be complex. We’ll ensure you know what is developing and how we are defending your specific case. We’re here to defend your rights and liberties.
Danvers, MA DUI/OUI Criminal Defense Law Firm
Massachusetts’ General Law Part I Title XIV states: 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. If you are stopped and arrested while operating a motor vehicle and have a BAC of .08 or higher, you are in violation of the law. You will face a criminal liability of up to two and half years in jail and/or a fine anywhere from $500.00-$5,000.00.
Breaking & Entering/Home Invasion criminal defense attorney at law Danvers, MA and the surrounding towns.
The common law criminal offense of Burglary or Breaking and Entering can result in a serious felony charge in Massachusetts. If the property alleged to have been entered is a dwelling, Breaking and Entering is charged as “Home Invasion” carrying a potential maximum penalty of up to 20 years in prison. If you are being confronted with these life altering charges, you need a lawyer experienced with defending them. Contact Scott F. Bocchio at (855) 254-7841 to start protecting yourself now.
Arrested, charged, or are being investigated for a drug crime in Danvers, MA, MA?
Individuals knowingly or intentionally possessing any controlled substance without a valid prescription are violating the law in Massachusetts. 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 have knowledge of the substance, have actual possession of it, meaning on your person or in your control.
Marijuana has been legalized in Massachusetts for persons age 21 and older. Although legal, you cannot use marijuana on federal lands, or in public. The limits are; 10oz at your home, 1oz on your person. It is against the law to drive while under the influence of marijuana, like alcohol. 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. Also, you should research any additional rules or laws imposed by your employer, landlord, city, and/or town regarding marijuana usage. Best practice is to thoroughly know the local laws, employer’s rules, and even housing policies that refer to marijuana and its use.
An assault that is alleged to have occurred between persons who have a domestic relationship is considered domestic violence .
Heroin charges do not require possession. You can face incarceration and fines just for knowing the heroin is present. If convicted for heroin possession, you can face up to two years in prison and a fine of no more than $2,000. Additional convictions can result in convictions resulting in up to five years in prison and/or a fine of up to $5000.00
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense Law Firm Danvers, MA
Domestic Violence is an assault that is alleged to have occurred between persons who have a domestic relationship. Prosecutors often prosecute these cases, often despite the wishes of a complaining witness. Your right to own a firearm and your immigration status (if you are not a United States citizen) can be at risk as well as criminal convictions from misdemeanors to felonies. Our firm’s 25 years of criminal defense, including assault and domestic violence, can give you the confidence you need to face these charges confidently.
Danvers, MA Armed Robbery Criminal Defense Lawyers
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. If you have anything that distorts your face (like a mask) on during the robbery, you may face more severe criminal penalties. If certain firearms were used in the robbery, the penalties are even more severe. Chapter 265 section 19(b) of state law defines unarmed robbery by stating; 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. As an example, stealing a purse from a woman walking is less serious than robbing a convenience store while wearing a mask and threatening store employees with a rifle. Nevertheless, robbery, whether armed or unarmed, is a serious crime that carries severe criminal liability.
