Matthew Peterson Wins Motion to Suppress in Trafficking Case
On June 8, 2022, the Middlesex Superior Court in Woburn allowed our motion to suppress the results of an illegal stop of our client’s vehicle. This means the Commonwealth cannot use the results of the search, and the case will be dismissed. Our client was facing trafficking charges and a mandatory three-and-a-half years in state […]
Attorney Matthew W. Peterson Selected as a 2022 Super Lawyers Rising Star
I am thrilled to announce that I have been selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for the year 2022! Super Lawyers selects attorneys for this honor using a patented, multiphase selection process involving nominations, independent research on the nominated attorney, and peer evaluation. Verdicts, pro bono and community service, and experience, are just a […]
NOT GUILTY Jury Verdict on Gun Charges in Chelsea District Court
On April 4, 2022, the Law Office of Matthew W. Peterson secured a NOT GUILTY jury verdict on gun charges in Chelsea District Court. Our client needed a firearms attorney in Chelsea because he was charged with possessing a firearm without a license. He was facing 18 months mandatory minimum jail time if convicted. Our […]
Domestic Violence Charges DISMISSED in Attleboro District Court
On October 29, 2021, our client’s domestic violence charges were DISMISSED in Attleboro District Court. The Commonwealth could not prove the case on the trial date, so the district court judge dismissed the charges. Our client was charged with assault and battery on a family or household member for an incident that happened more than […]
Domestic Violence Charges DISMISSED in Woburn District Court
On October 12, 2021, the Domestic Violence charges against our client were DISMISSED in Woburn District Court. The Commonwealth could not prove the case, and the judge dismissed the charges. Our client was charged with assault and battery on a family or household member. After investigating the case and setting the matter for trial, the […]
Evidence SUPPRESSED for Client Charged with Possession of Class A Substance
On October 2, 2021, the Law Office of Matthew W. Peterson got the drug evidence against our client SUPPRESSED. This resulted in the case eventually being dismissed in Chelsea District Court. The client was charged with possession of a Class A substance. He was searched after an anonymous tip said a fanny pack contained a […]
Domestic Violence and Violation of Restraining Order Charges DISMISSED in Chelsea
On October 1, 2021, the domestic violence and violation of restraining order charges were dismissed against our client in Chelsea District Court. I am a domestic violence defense attorney who represents clients in Chelsea and all over Massachusetts. Our client was charged with assault and battery on a family or household member and violation of […]
Client RELEASED after Dangerousness Hearing at Salem Superior Court
At a bail hearing on September 28, 2021, the Law Office of Matthew W. Peterson secured a client’s release on conditions after they were held on dangerousness for domestic violence allegations. The bail review hearing occurred at Essex County Superior Court in Salem. Our client was charged with assaulting and battering his wife on a trip […]
Domestic Violence Charges DISMISSED for Client in Chelsea
At a trial date on September 7, 2021, domestic violence charges against our client were DISMISSED in Chelsea District Court. The client was charged with assault and battery on a family or household member, along with several other charges. Our client was charged with hitting his girlfriend at a gas station and taking her phone […]
Domestic Violence Charges DISMISSED in Chelsea District Court
On September 7, 2021, the domestic violence charges against our client were DISMISSED in Chelsea District Court. I am a domestic violence defense attorney who handles cases in Chelsea and all over Massachusetts. Our client was charged with an incident involving his wife. He was charged with assault and battery on a family or household […]