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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 22-Oct-2018

    Expungement Laws in Massachusetts Updated in October 2018

    Expungement is an important criminal process in Massachusetts that allows the erasure, concealment, or otherwise removal of parts or all of someone’s criminal record after they have been charged or convicted of a crime. Due to the usefulness ...
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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 23-Aug-2018

    Understanding the New Juvenile Expungement Laws

    A juvenile criminal record can have a lasting and negative impact on a person’s future. They can be particularly detrimental to young people who often face challenges when job hunting, applying for colleges, and renting or buying property. ...
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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 15-Aug-2017

    What Are the Consequences of Assault in Massachusetts?

    If you are facing charges of assault, there are many different penalties you may face. Assault may be considered a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the severity of the crime, the damage or injury inflicted, and whether or not any weapons were ...
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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 27-Apr-2017

    Criminal Appeals 101

    Most people believe that once they have been convicted of a crime they no longer have a say in what comes next or how their case is handled. However, being convicted of a crime does not necessarily mean that you are out of options, you still may be ...
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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 10-Nov-2016

    Massachusetts Laws About Unlawful Possession of a Firearm

    In Massachusetts, the unlawful possession of a firearm is considered a serious weapons crime that can constitute either a misdemeanor or a felony. Convictions can trigger sentences that include more than a year in prison, thousands of dollars in ...
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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 20-Jun-2016

    Unique Defenses for Violent Crime Charges

    You have been accused of a violent crime, such as arson, assault, or even worse. The prosecution has physical evidence to suggest that you did in fact commit it. You might even be considering admitting to committing the alleged crime, perhaps hoping ...
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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 8-Apr-2016

    What Violating Your Probation Can Do to You

    If you are currently “out on probation” as many people call it, you should, first of all, be proud of yourself: probation allows convicted offenders to live their daily lives outside of jail and is only granted to people who can make a ...
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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 2-Dec-2015

    Expungement Process in Massachusetts

    Everyone can make mistakes and get caught up in legal trouble. While it is important to learn from past mishaps and avoid doing them again, it is equally important to not let them hinder our progress and future opportunities. Unfortunately, a single ...
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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 9-Oct-2015

    After an OUI Arrest

    Even when you believe you have been careful and responsible after having a drink, you might be arrested for suspicion of operating under the influence (OUI) of alcohol. This could be due to an overzealous police force eager to crackdown on offenders, ...
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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 10-Sep-2015

    How Do I Get a Massachusetts Hardship License?

    Having your license suspended following an OUI arrest can make life extremely difficult. Limited mobility can make it difficult to hold down a job and perform basic tasks. Under certain circumstances, however, the state of Massachusetts may issue you ...
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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 30-Jul-2014

    What Is the Difference Between a Federal Crime and a State Crime?

    If you have been arrested for allegedly committing a criminal offense here in Brockton, or anywhere else throughout the state of Massachusetts, it is important you understand the difference between a state crime and a federal crime. The primary ...
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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 26-Jun-2014

    What Are the Penalties for Marijuana Possession in MA?

    Penalties for drug crimes can vary dramatically depending on the type of offense and the volume of drugs in question. A possession charge for an ounce of marijuana or less is a civil offense penalized by no more than $100 in fines. A first time ...
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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 9-Apr-2014

    What Happens If I Violated My Probation for the First Time?

    If you're on probation and you violate the terms of your agreement, then you may be in serious trouble. Courts are very strict with probation violations, and may even require you to serve your original sentence. While your probation officer may ...
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  • Posted By South Shore Criminal Defense 15-Jan-2014

    Welcome to the Blog for South Shore Criminal Defense

    Have you recently been arrested and charged with a criminal offense in Quincy, Massachusetts? If so, it is absolutely essential that you retain the representation of an aggressive and experienced legal representative. At South Shore Criminal Defense, ...
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  • Expungement Laws in Massachusetts Updated in October 2018
  • Understanding the New Juvenile Expungement Laws
  • What Are the Consequences of Assault in Massachusetts?
  • Criminal Appeals 101
  • Massachusetts Laws About Unlawful Possession of a Firearm
  • Unique Defenses for Violent Crime Charges
  • What Violating Your Probation Can Do to You
  • Expungement Process in Massachusetts

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