Landmark Ruling in Massachusetts Offers Relief for OUI Convictions:

In a landmark ruling, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court recently granted relief to individuals who were convicted of operating under the influence (OUI) charges between June 1, 2011 and April 18, 2019. The court's ruling in Commonwealth v. Hallinan allows these individuals to either reverse their convictions or withdraw their guilty pleas, and request a new trial. This decision stems from concerns over unreliable breathalyzer science as well as allegations of misconduct within a Massachusetts State Police office.

 

This ruling has significant implications for the roughly 27,000 individuals in Massachusetts who were convicted during the specified time period. It is important to note, however, that not all individuals who were convicted of OUI charges during that time will be eligible for relief. The court will apply a case-by-case analysis to determine whether an individual's conviction relied on unreliable breathalyzer evidence or was otherwise impacted by misconduct. 

 

If you or someone you know was convicted of an OUI between June 1, 2011 and April 18, 2019, you could have a chance at a new trial or to withdraw your guilty plea. Call our office at (978) 744-1220, text us at (978) 643-0552 or fill out our contact form for a free case evaluation to see if you may be eligible for relief and the chance to clear your name.

 

At the Law Office of Patrick J. Regan, we have over 30 years of experience in Massachusetts criminal defense law, including overturning wrongful convictions. We work hard to get our clients the justice they deserve through aggressive legal representation.