What Is a Nolle Prosse or Nolle Prosequi?
A nolle prosse — formally called a nolle prosequi — is when the prosecutor decides to drop your charges. If you just saw those words
Charged with Rape in Massachusetts? Here’s What You’re Actually Facing.
Few charges carry the weight — legally and personally — that allegations of rape in Massachusetts do. The law isn’t a single statute. It’s a
Falsely Accused of Rape in Massachusetts? Read This Before You Do Anything Else.
A rape accusation can upend your life in a single phone call. Even if the allegation is entirely false, the criminal justice system will not simply take
Can a Minor Criminal Charge Derail Your College Career in Boston?
Yes — but only if you let it. A minor criminal charge like an OUI, shoplifting arrest, or drug possession can threaten your academic standing,
Can Police Take Your Blood Without Consent in a Massachusetts OUI?
If you’ve been stopped for a Massachusetts OUI, you might already know you have the right to refuse a breathalyzer. But what about a blood
Private Citizen Criminal Complaints: What to Know Whether You’re Filing One or Facing One
In Massachusetts, you don’t need to be a police officer to initiate a criminal case. Under G.L. c. 218, § 35A, any private citizen can
Can You Carry a Firearm While Drinking in Massachusetts?
Yes, drinking while carrying a firearm can result in criminal charges in Massachusetts. Under MGL c. 269, § 10H, carrying a loaded firearm while intoxicated
What Is the Massachusetts Habitual Offender Statute — And What Are the Defenses?
Massachusetts’s habitual offender statute — sometimes called the “three strikes” law — imposes the maximum possible prison sentence on defendants convicted of a third felony
Understanding School Disciplinary Hearings: A Guide for Parents
When your child faces a school disciplinary hearing in Massachusetts, the stakes can be higher than many parents realize. Massachusetts school disciplinary hearings can impact
What Happens in Massachusetts Superior Court? How It’s Different from District Court
The Massachusetts Superior Court handles the most serious criminal cases in the Commonwealth. Unlike the District Court, which is limited to sentences of up to