Drug Charges DISMISSED in Woburn District Court
On August 10, 2023, Matthew Peterson secured a dismissal on charges of distribution of a controlled substance in Woburn District Court. This was based on how long the case had taken to prosecute — more than four years. Our client was charged with distributing a controlled substance to undercover police officers. Police seized several hundred […]
What are Possible Defenses for a Drug Trafficking Charge?
If you’ve been charged with drug trafficking, it is crucial that you call a defense attorney as soon as possible. Drug trafficking is a serious offense, and a conviction could result in jail time, including mandatory minimum sentences, and fines. I take on criminal defense cases in all Massachusetts courts, so call or text me today […]
What are the Possible Penalties for Drug Trafficking?
If you’ve been charged with drug trafficking I am here to help. I have helped dozens of clients with various drug charges, and I will do everything I can to get a desirable outcome for you. Drug trafficking laws penalizes the sale, transportation, and illegal import of controlled substances. Since trafficking in the United States […]
Client Found NOT GUILTY of Drug Distribution in BMC Central
A jury in Boston Municipal Court, Central Division found our client NOT GUILTY of drug distribution. Our client was accused of distributing cocaine near the Park Street MBTA station in Boston. Nearly the entire incident was captured on city cameras. The video showed our client talking to another party then descending a stairwell with them. […]
Why You Should Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney as Soon as Possible
If you’ve been charged with a crime, you need to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible, even before the arraignment. An arraignment will be your first court appearance, and is when the charges against you will be read. This is also when you will be asked how you are going to […]
What are the Consequences of a Criminal Conviction?
I have seen far too many people plead guilty in their criminal case without considering all the consequences that a conviction carries. This is why it’s important to find a criminal attorney who will fight for you every step of the way. It may seem like you’re getting a good deal from the state when you […]