OUI / DWI / Drunk Driving

Boston, Massachusetts, OUI Defense Lawyer

One drink too many and an operating under the influence (OUI) charge could have serious consequences and implications in your life. If you have been arrested or accused of drinking and driving, you need an attorney who is familiar with Massachusetts OUI / DWI law and can provide you with the skilled legal advocacy and defense you need to minimize your exposure to penalties.

At the Law Offices of James J. Cipoletta, we have extensive experience representing individuals accused of drinking and driving and related crimes. Timing is critical in these cases. If you have been charged, you need a defense attorney immediately. Contact us today to discuss how we will work to save your license, help you avoid jail time, and minimize your financial penalties.

Melanie's Law, legislation recently passed on an emergency basis in Massachusetts, enhanced penalties for second offense, third offense, and fourth offense repeat OUI offenders. This law substantially increased the penalties for drunk driving offenders. If you are convicted of OUI, you could be facing severe financial penalties, loss of license, and even jail time.

Attorney Cipoletta has nearly thirty years of experience providing skilled legal advocacy and criminal defense. He has successfully defended OUI cases in even the most serious drunk driving cases, including OUI reckless driving and vehicular homicide.

We also work with forensic scientists, chemists, and engineers who are familiar with all of the breathalyzer equipment used by law enforcement organizations to test for breath alcohol and blood alcohol content (BAC). The machines do not always work properly, and sometimes, the results are based on faulty readings. We will evaluate the circumstances of your case, work with our experts in your defense.

If you are pulled over under suspicion of drinking and driving, you are not compelled to perform a field sobriety test by law. It can be held against you if you do. Consult with a knowledgeable DUI defense lawyer at our firm if you believe your rights were violated in any way during the road sobriety test or at any other time during your arrest.

To discuss the specific circumstances surrounding your OUI / DWI arrest with a knowledgeable attorney and committed client advocate, contact the Law Offices of James J. Cipoletta right away. We will begin working immediately in your defense.