What To Do When A College Student Commits A Crime In Massachusetts

When we send our kids off to college we can't help but worry about the possibility of them getting into trouble. It's a valid worry too.

Many times, good kids can get caught up in bad situations. For many students, it's their first time away from home and they are meeting a lot of different people from all walks of life. When facing independence for the first time, some might elect to participate in things they otherwise wouldn't.

Unfortunately, when a bad decision is made resulting in an arrest and charges, it is no longer "child's play." A college student who is facing criminal charges may be looking at severe punishment from two institutions. The State/City/County and the college itself.

Colleges all have strict guidelines and rules that, if broken, may result in permanent damage to a student's academic career that can forever haunt them. This can hinder one's ability to obtain housing, financing, gainful employment, etc. The same can be said for the criminal justice system as well.

If you or someone you know is enrolled in one of Massachusetts's many colleges and is facing criminal charges, call us today. Your future is nothing to gamble with. You need someone who understands collegiate litigation and the ins and outs of, not only the justice system, but also the policies of the college in question.

Contact Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Paul R. Moraski at (978) 744-1200 immediately for a consultation if you have been charged with a crime.

Paul R. Moraski, Esq.
The Law Office of Paul R. Moraski
221 Essex Street, Suite 51
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
Tel: 978.744.1200
Fax: 978.825.1370
Email: attorneymoraski@yahoo.com
Websites:
http://www.northofbostonlaw.com//
http://www.massdefense.com//
http://www.massdrugdefense.com//

Who To Contact In Massachusetts If Someone You Know Has Been Arrested On Drug Possession Charges

War On Drugs Releases 8 Hostages

This month, President Obama commuted the sentences of 8 prisoners convicted of crack-cocaine possession. The unfair and unjust penalties set for possessing crack-cocaine was implemented in the eighties to combat the growing crack epidemic in America's metropolises. The majority of the "War On Drug's" casualties were African-American men who found themselves facing much harsher prison sentences than their Caucasian counterparts caught with a comparable amount of cocaine. The difference between the two drugs? Baking Soda.

Right now, many people of all races are incarcerated for crack-cocaine possession, a crime which is better remedied with treatment rather than punishment.There are many more than the 8 sentences President Obama commuted that are in need of the same action. Our nation's prisons are over capacity due to such lopsided sentencing laws.

If you or someone you know has been arrested, accused, sentenced or incarcerated for drug possession of any kind, contact Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Paul R. Moraski at (978) 744-1200 immediately for a consultation. Your freedom depends on it.

Paul R. Moraski, Esq.
The Law Office of Paul R. Moraski
221 Essex Street, Suite 51
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
Tel: 978.744.1200
Fax: 978.825.1370
Email: attorneymoraski@yahoo.com
Websites:
http://www.northofbostonlaw.com//
http://www.massdefense.com//
http://www.massdrugdefense.com//

If You Are Falsely Accused Of A Crime In Massachusetts Don't Say A Word Until You Have Legal Representation

False accusations are nothing to shrug off. Many people naively yet understandably believe that if they are falsely accused of a crime that the truth will set them free. The unfortunate reality is that everyday in America someone is wrongfully accused, convicted, and incarcerated for a crime they did not commit. These people found themselves at the mercy of detectives, prosecutors, and 12 strangers who don't have any reservations about depriving someone of their freedom. The saying may be "innocent until proven guilty," yet it seems like often times it's the other way around.

In the case of homicide, police generally compile a short list of suspects and if your spouse is murdered you can guarantee yourself a spot on that list. If there is one thing cops don't like is murder. Murders are recorded and published which reflects the quality of the job of the police. With that being said it is in their best interest to solve murders and clear the case to keep their numbers down and make the department look like they are keeping the public safe, even if that means pinning it on the wrong person.

Take for instance the story of Michael Morton, whose documentary aired on CNN Sunday Dec. 8. Morton was wrongly convicted and spent nearly 25 years of his life behind bars for murdering his wife, Christine Morton. There was never any physical evidence or a witness that tied him to the crime. In 2011 he was released from prison after DNA evidence exonerated him from the crime. DNA evidence also revealed that Christine Morton's murderer had killed again, resulting in additional victims in Michael Morton's wrongful conviction.

Sadly, this story is not uncommon. If you find yourself in an interrogation room, police will use a variety of tactics to get you to admit to something you didn't do. Again, it's in their best interest to close a case, not to set you free.

What can you do if you are falsely accused? Don't say a word until you have legal representation. Contact Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Paul R. Moraski at (978) 744-1200 immediately for a consultation. Your freedom depends on it.

Paul R. Moraski, Esq.
The Law Office of Paul R. Moraski
221 Essex Street, Suite 51
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
Tel: 978.744.1200
Fax: 978.825.1370
Email: attorneymoraski@yahoo.com
Websites:
http://www.northofbostonlaw.com//
http://www.massdefense.com//
http://www.massdrugdefense.com//

Don't Go It Alone When Facing Drug Charges In The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

Every year, young Black and Latino men are being disproportionately jailed and imprisoned at an alarming rate compared to their Caucasian counterparts guilty of the same offense. The war on drugs has proven to be a catalyst for imprisoning otherwise non violent offenders. As a result, we send drug users to jail in lieu of treatment. We then create a criminal by housing them with violent offenders. In an effort to stay alive, they too must embrace the violent culture within our prison's walls.

Until reform comes, one can expect to face the harsh drug penalties of today. Going it alone is ill advised. When facing drug charges, you will need someone on your side who is aware of the complicated drug laws and how to find alternative solutions, such as rehabilitation and/or probation.

If you or someone you know is facing drug charges, contact Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Paul R. Moraski at (978) 744-1200 immediately for a consultation. Your freedom depends on it.

Paul R. Moraski, Esq.
The Law Office of Paul R. Moraski
221 Essex Street, Suite 51
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
Tel: 978.744.1200
Fax: 978.825.1370
Email: attorneymoraski@yahoo.com
Websites:
http://www.northofbostonlaw.com//
http://www.massdefense.com//
http://www.massdrugdefense.com//

Who To Call If You Are Facing Shoplifting Charges In The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

With the holiday season fast approaching we can expect to see a spike in shop lifting throughout America's retail stores. When we hear the term "shoplifting" perhaps we think of a child stealing bubble gum or a candy bar. Maybe teens stealing clothes. Sometimes shoplifting is a result of job loss and trying to feed one's family. No matter the reason, shoplifting is a very serious offense and in most cases one can expect to be arrested and prosecuted.

Retailers beef up security around the holidays knowing that theft is a major cause for concern. Depending on the value of the item, you very well could exceed shoplifting and into larceny. You could then face misdemeanor charges or possible felony charges, again, depending on the item's value.

If you or someone you know is facing shoplifting/larceny charges, contact Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Paul R. Moraski at (978) 744-1200 immediately for a consultation.

Paul R. Moraski, Esq.
The Law Office of Paul R. Moraski
221 Essex Street, Suite 51
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
Tel: 978.744.1200
Fax: 978.825.1370
Email: attorneymoraski@yahoo.com
Websites:
http://www.northofbostonlaw.com/
http://www.massdefense.com/
http://www.massdrugdefense.com/

Social Media Successfully Used To Post Bail

Advancements in technology have rendered some creative and useful techniques when one is charged with a crime. Instead of a phone call, one might opt to use another lifeline of sorts... social media. Social media has transformed the way we receive and give information. A phone call is becoming the formal way of communication. It seems Facebook and Twitter is where the marketplace of ideas and information lie.

Currently, Attorney Paul Moraski is defending a client in which social media was successfully used to post bail. Such a technique is likely to gain popularity due to society's obsession with social media and our need to stay connected. Social Media keeps people up to date with information to the very second. It connects the world, instantly. If you find yourself in a situation and need immediate assistance, social media might be just as effective, if not more, than reaching out and calling someone.

In the past, social media has been known as a potentially damaging tool used against people in criminal cases, divorce and child custody proceedings, even in personal injury lawsuits. A highlight of social media is that it can reach a multitude of people with a single post. This case will certainly set a new precedent for how people use their "one phone call" while detained.

Contact Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Paul R. Moraski at (978) 744-1200 immediately for a consultation if you or a loved one has been charged with a crime.

Paul R. Moraski, Esq.
The Law Office of Paul R. Moraski
221 Essex Street, Suite 51
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
Tel: 978.744.1200
Fax: 978.825.1370
Email: attorneymoraski@yahoo.com
Websites:
http://www.northofbostonlaw.com/
http://www.massdefense.com/
http://www.massdrugdefense.com/

Massachusetts Is A State In Which Many Drug Charges Carry A Minimum Mandatory Jail Sentence

Lately, the consensus regarding the war on drugs has been viewed as a failure by most. From police officers to doctors to attorneys, many agree, this is a losing war. Its casualties are far greater than prior to the war's declaration in the mid eighties. Many would agree it has created a bigger problem rather than a solution.

While policies are failing everyone agrees, people's lives are being ruined. Not just by drugs, but because the penalties brought upon them that are hardly conducive to rehabilitating an individual. Jailing someone for a small amount of a controlled substance for a long time is only going to disenfranchise an individual. Only when sentencing laws are reformed will we begin to correct our flawed system.

Massachusetts is a state in which many drug charges carry a Minimum Mandatory Jail Sentence. A Minimum Mandatory Jail Sentence is just what it sounds like. If you are convicted of a particular crime, a Judge's hands are tied when it comes to reducing the jail sentence or giving you probation instead. This is why it is imperative that you consult with an attorney experienced in circumventing Minimum Mandatory Jail Sentences.

Attorney Moraski is well versed in negotiating with prosecutors to get the particular charge that carries the Minimum Mandatory Sentence dropped. He also has practical knowledge in convincing a Judge or jury that the charge that carries the Minimum Mandatory Jail Sentence does not apply in this case.

In order to avoid the severe consequences of a Minimum Mandatory Sentence, contact Massachusetts Drug Defense Attorney Paul R. Moraski at (978) 744-1200 immediately.

Paul R. Moraski, Esq.
The Law Office of Paul R. Moraski
221 Essex Street, Suite 51
Salem, Massachusetts 01970
Tel: 978.744.1200
Fax: 978.825.1370
Email: attorneymoraski@yahoo.com
Websites:
http://www.northofbostonlaw.com//
http://www.massdefense.com//
http://www.massdrugdefense.com//