Motor Vehicle Crimes

Boston Motor Vehicle Crimes Attorney

Contact Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Crimes Attorney Steven J. Topazio

A motor vehicle crime refers to an illegal or unlawful act which is committed with some form of motor vehicle, automobile, car, truck, SUV, or motorcycle.  Any driver, who is convicted of a moving violation may face jail time, suffer a loss of their driving privileges, and be assessed points on his insurance for each conviction.

A conviction for driving while intoxicated (DUI) has serious consequences, including incarceration and the loss of driving privileges. You rely on driving to fulfill school, work, and family obligations, and suspension of your license may make it very difficult to fulfill those commitments. If your license has been suspended or revoked, you want your license back—and you want it back now.

The first important question that needs to be answered when you are charged with a motor vehicle crime such as drinking and driving in Massachusetts is whether this is your first offense, second offense, or third or subsequent offense.  Therefore, the categorization of any prior offenses is crucial in determining your penalties for this charge.

Some motor vehicle crimes, such as larceny of a motor vehicle, involve the unlawful taking of a vehicle from another without his consent.  Boston Criminal Defense Attorney Steven J. Topazio has experience defending clients against motor vehicle crimes such as this, and others including:

• Operating Without a License
• Operating After Suspension or Revocation of License
• Operating Negligently so as to Endanger
• Operating an Uninsured Motor Vehicle
• Drunk Driving/OUI, DWI, DUI
• Vehicular Homicide
• Racing or Drag Racing
• Carjacking
• Use of a Motor Vehicle Without Authority
• Leaving the Scene of an Accident
• Minor Traffic Violations

Penalties for Motor Vehicle Crimes in Boston

The penalties for a motor vehicle crime in Boston will depend on whether you have been charged with a Felony or Misdemeanor offense.   Felony motor vehicle crimes, such as receiving a stolen motor vehicle, carjacking, and felony OUI, may result in significant jail time upon conviction.  Misdemeanor motor vehicle crimes can also result in a committed sentence, but generally the punishment is not as severe as a felony conviction.   Minor Traffic Violations, such as speeding or marked lane offesnes, usually involve a monetary fine, points being assessed against your driving record, and in some cases, your driver’s license being suspended.

Comprehensive Investigation and Case-Building

Attorney Steven J. Topazio is prepared to investigate every aspect of the allegations and circumstances of your case, in order to identify the right strategy and build an aggressive defense on your behalf. Contact Attorney Topazio online or call 617-422-5803 to discuss your case.