Hampshire County DWI Lawyers

If you have been charged with Operating Under the Influence or Driving While Intoxicated in Massachusetts, you may be overwhelmed and feel the situation is hopeless. If convicted you could be facing fines, court costs, jail, loss of license and even loss of job.

Pioneer Valley OUI/DWI Lawyer Irwin M. Pollack and his team of criminal defense attorneys with the Massachusetts DUI Defense Group want you to know that an arrest, even if you failed a field sobriety or breathalyzer test, does not mean that you will automatically be found guilty.

The experienced Hampshire County DWI Lawyers with the Massachusetts DUI Defense Group understand MA DUI laws and the complex court system. They can help guide you, while aggressively working for the best possible result for your case.

In fact, there are many ways to challenge an arrest for OUI/DWI in Massachusetts and the prosecution must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. The Massachusetts DUI Defense Group will raise viable defense strategies with the goal of getting the charges against you reduced or even dismissed.

For immediate assistance with an arrest for suspicion of drunk driving in Hampshire County, Mass, contact the Northampton DWI Attorneys with the Massachusetts DUI Defense Group by filling-out the consultation request form to the left or by calling toll free (800) 782-1030. The first meeting is free and there is no obligation, so call now.

During an arrest for drunk driving in Massachusetts the officer typically seizes your driver's license at the scene, and issues you a temporary driving permit. The Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) will then file a civil suit seeking to suspend your driver's license for a specific period of time.

There are many issues that impact the suspension or revocation of a Massachusetts driver's license following an arrest for OUI/DWI in Hampshire County. These include your blood-alcohol content (BAC) at the time of your arrest, whether or not you consented to a breath test, and whether you are a first time or repeat offender.

The RMV case is separate from the criminal case but equally challenging and complex. You have the right to request a hearing with the Registry of Motor Vehicles and try to keep your driving privileges, but time is very limited.

The Hampshire County MA DWI Attorneys with the Massachusetts DUI Defense Group can help you with both the Suspension Hearing at the RMV and a Hardship License Hearing, if necessary. To learn more about your license, contact Pioneer Valley DWI Attorney Irwin Pollack and his team of Western Massachusetts DWI Attorneys.

Under Massachusetts DWI law, a first time offense for driving while intoxicated in Hampshire County can result in significant fines, loss of driver's license, jail time, and mandatory enrollment in an alcohol education program.

With each subsequent alcohol related violation the penalties become more severe. Under recently enacted Melanie's Law, the judge and prosecutor can look at a person's lifetime driving record before setting the penalties.

The Hampshire County District Attorney's Office has a reputation for being especially tough on drunk drivers. It is especially important to have qualified and experienced DWI defense representation.

Because of the number of prominent colleges in Hampshire County, it should be noted that members of the Massachusetts DUI Defense Group focus on OUI/DWI-Under 21 cases. The attorneys serve Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mouth Holyoke College, Smith College in Northampton, and University of Massachusetts.

The Hampshire County Massachusetts DWI Lawyers with the Massachusetts DUI Defense Group will provide you with an aggressive and knowledgeable defense, tailored to the specifics of your case. They will challenge unlawful police stops, underage DUI charges, improper maintenance of breath or blood testing equipment, and errors in police procedure.

Each of the drunk driving defense attorneys with the Massachusetts DUI Defense Group is assigned to a specific region and group of courts. They have developed positive relationships judges, prosecutors, probation officers and court staff. They know how things work in particular courtrooms and what it takes to get the best result.

To schedule a free review of your case, contact the Hampshire County DWI Attorneys with the Massachusetts DUI Defense Group by calling (800) 782-1030 or filling out the consultation request form to the left.

Time is very important when fighting a DWI in Massachusetts. The attorneys with the Massachusetts DUI Defense Group are available to answer your questions by phone or e-mail anytime - day or night, and even on the weekends.

When meeting with the Northampton DWI Lawyers at the Massachusetts DUI Defense Group, bring any paperwork you have, including the police report, any documents dealing with your arrest and information on any prior DWI arrests.