DUI Bodily
Injury
DEFENSE FOR DUI WITH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY IN MA
In Massachusetts, the law outlines two distinct degrees of operating under the influence (OUI) resulting in serious bodily injury – misdemeanor and felony offenses. The differentiation resides in the element of operating a vehicle “negligently, recklessly, or in a dangerous way”, being necessary for the felony charge. “Serious bodily injury” is stipulated as any action creating a substantial risk of death, total disability, or the loss or significant impairment of a bodily function.
CONSEQUENCES AND DEFENSE STRATEGIES
Being convicted of misdemeanor OUI – serious bodily injury can result in penalties such as up to 5 years in jail, a mandatory 2-year loss of license, and a $3,000 fine. Felony charges bear a steeper toll, with a mandatory minimum of 6 months in jail and potential penalties ranging up to 10 years in state prison, 2-year mandatory loss of license, and a $5,000 fine. To secure a conviction, the prosecution must irrefutably establish that you were operating a vehicle under the influence. When faced with these charges, swift and careful action is vital. It is crucial to secure representation from a qualified legal firm.
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