answered on Sep 19, 2020
Hello,
Hopefully, the link will direct you to some resources. There are victim-witness advocates that aid and assist families for matter such as these. Best, Bill https://www.mass.gov/victim-witness-assistance
I recently picked up a receiving stolen motor vehicle in another city. What might be the result?
answered on May 2, 2020
Hello,
You could have your bail revoked by court who arraigns you on the new charge. When bail is revoked it requires a 90-day incarceration or until the underlying case is disposed. You could also have bail attached on the new case and no bail revoked. Or simply given personal recognizance... View More 
answered on Apr 26, 2020
Hello,
I would suggest reaching out to your probation officer
answered on Apr 13, 2020
I hope so. A 14 year old should not be unaccounted for. The police is the first person you should contact. They can notify and direct you proper supports and services, including investigating the disappearance.
answered on Apr 13, 2020
Hello,
I am fairly confident that the answer is no. The OCC program is very sensitive and knowledgeable to the abuse of nearly every type of drug.
answered on Apr 6, 2020
Hello Lori,
Thank you for your question.
Without knowing more, it appears that your boyfriend is being held after a 58A Dangerousness Hearing. A Dangerousness Hearing occurs in Massachusetts when a court allows police to hold a person in custody who is determined to be too... View More
I have to come up with a theoretical scenario about a suspect and discuss competency, capacity, and mitigating factors. If someone went into someone's home without permission and stole a bike, would this be a crime that could be brought to court in front of a jury? I know you don't have... View More
answered on Apr 6, 2020
Dear Questioner,
Thank you for your question.
The answer is yes. A jury trial could eventually occur if the person is found competent to stand trial. However, there are a number of situations that could occur before a jury trial takes place.
First, an attorney would have... View More
i got the name of the subject from other workers that claim they dealt with them in the pass the detective thinks they look similar comparing the photo i gave and the one already on file with the police when this goes to court what happens if it isn’t the same person? will i go to jail? for... View More
answered on Feb 10, 2020
Dear Questioner,
Thank you for your question.
Based on what you have mentioned it seems like your concern is that you may have misidentified the potential shoplifter. Misidentification is a process in which someone in good faith believes that they have identified the right... View More
answered on Feb 10, 2020
Dear Questioner,
Thank you for your question.
Anytime the police ask you a question you are not under any obligation to answer it. This includes during a 'polygraph' or lie detector test. However, police can always ask you a question if you are not in custody. They can... View More
Physical abuse victims have many resources, but what about those being harassed, slandered, stalked & tormented by a malicious sociopath? Sociopaths strategically execute their schemes covertly, staying “under the radar” which keeps them just inside the law so they avoid exposure &... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2020
Dear Questioner,
Thank you for your question.
Without knowing more specifics about your situation, I cannot give you direct legal guidance, but I would say that one option that may be available to you in Massachusetts is obtaining a Chapter 258A or Harassment Prevention order.... View More
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