What Are the Most Common Ground for Criminal Appeal?
Most Common ground for criminal appeals in MA include evidence rulings, jury instructions, misconduct, and insufficient evidence. Click to learn more!
Victory at Lynn District Court Magistrate Hearing: Protecting a Veteran’s Future
Victory achieved at Lynn District Court Magistrate Hearing. Trust The Law Office of Matthew Peterson, expert Boston Clerk Magistrate Hearing Attorney.
Will I Have to Register as a Sex Offender if I’m Convicted of Indecent Assault and Battery?
Learn if a conviction for indecent assault and battery in Massachusetts requires sex offender registration and what defenses are available. Learn more here!
What is the Difference Between a Petition to Seal vs. Expunge in Massachusetts?
If you’re looking to get your criminal record petition to sealed to expunged in the state of Massachusetts, reach out to me today at 617-295-7500!
What Does it Mean to “Press Charges” in Massachusetts?
If you’re looking to press charges, you must do so by contacting the police. If you are being charged with a crime, better get in touch with us! Click here.
What is a Large Capacity Firearm in Massachusetts?
A large capacity firearm is a gun capable of carrying certain number of rounds. A firearms attorney can help. If you need legal help, click here to learn more!
What is a Suspended Sentence in Massachusetts?
What is a suspended sentence in Massachusetts? The Law Office of Matthew W. Peterson explains how it works and its impact on your case.
What is Dangerousness in Massachusetts?
Dangerousness hearings allows the judge to hold you up to 120 days without bail. You should hire an attorney immediately if there is a dangerousness request.
What is a Felony in Massachusetts?
A felony in Massachusetts is any crime that can be punished by state prison time in Superior Court. Most felonies can also be dealt with in district court.
How Do I Get Someone Out of Jail in Massachusetts?
Need to get someone out of jail in Massachusetts? The Law Office of Matthew Peterson, Boston criminal defense attorney, explains the bail process and options.