Criminal Defense Law Firm in Peabody, MA

Scott Bocchio, criminal defense lawyer, has defended those arrested around the Peabody, MA area for more than a decade. Our criminal defense law firm has more than 25 years blended trial experience.  We are conveniently located to work for you in Peabody, MA area courts. If you are arrested for criminal charges in the Peabody, MA area, we have the know-how to defend your rights and secure your liberty. We do the job, irrespective of the crime you’ve been charged with. Drug Possession and DUI/OUI carry serious criminal sentences in Massachusetts. Our law firm can safeguard your rights and see that you are handled fairly under the law.If you’ve decided you have to have an attorney to represent and defend you in your case, contact our team. Our legal team will talk with you, advise you of your rights, and put together a successful criminal defense plan of action. Our staff of committed criminal attorneys is persuaded you deserve all the protection the law provides you. We will always seek to defend your protection under the law at all times. As criminal defense lawyers, our legal team knows Massachusetts criminal laws. Not only are we extremely knowledgeable, we are serious about our clients. When you are arrested for criminal allegations, possible heavy penalties, and even your incarceration, our lawyers fight on your behalf.

A local criminal defense lawyer understands the local specific laws that might apply to your criminal case. We’ve worked in this area and understand the Peabody, MA criminal system We will research all factors of your arrest and charges so that we can pursue a dynamic defense as your legal representative. We will guide you throughout your criminal case, all throughout the trial process. We will give you confidence knowing we are defending you.

Looking for a DUI/OUI attorney near you?

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. So, if you drive 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 may face 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 lawyer Peabody, MA and the surrounding towns.

Stemming from the common law crime of Burglary or Breaking and Entering is often prosecuted as a serious felony 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. When your future is at risk, you need a lawyer that knows how to defend you against these allegations.

Arrested, charged, or are being investigated for a drug crime in Peabody, MA, MA?

Individuals knowingly or intentionally possessing any controlled substance without a valid prescription are violating the law in Massachusetts. If you have been charged with drug possession, to be found guilty the following must apply:

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. However, you cannot use marijuana in any form in public or on federal land. The law says no more than 1 oz in your possession and no more than 10 oz in your home. Driving while under the influence of marijuana is also illegal, similar to 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. Employers, cities, and landlords may also impose additional rules, regulations, or laws that govern marijuana usage can also apply. Always verify there are no local rules, policies, or laws that address marijuana usage.

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

Have you been arrested or charged with domestic violence?

An assault that is alleged to have occurred between persons who have a domestic relationship is considered domestic violence . Even if the alleged victim doesn’t want to file charges, prosecutors often do. 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. 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 Defense

Armed Robbery is governed by Massachusetts General Law Part IV Title I Chapter 265 section 17, which 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. 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. 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. Armed or unarmed robbery, both carry severe penalties.