Every Criminal Defense Trial in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Effects Someone!

Obviously not every Massachusetts criminal trial is as high profile as the one involving Dzhokhar Tsarnaev the accused Boston Marathon bombing suspect.  However each and every criminal trial in the Commonwealth has one thing in common.  That the accused is innocent until proven guilty.

Are you or someone you care about been accused of white collar crime, a juvenile crime, armed robbery, or worse?  Whom you hire to represent you will have long-term consequences on that person’s future.  They could be facing years of incarceration and a loss of future dignity and income.

Think carefully when dealing with decisions of such gravity.  Look for someone who will fight for you and/or your loved one that has only your best interest at heart.  You need someone who knows the criminal court system inside and out and can achieve the best possible outcome for the defendant.

That person may well be Paul R. Moraski.  He has never worked for the prosecutor’s office!  He believes it is better to have years of experience establishing defenses for people accused of crimes.  If it ever becomes a life-changing priority to hire a criminal attorney, contact the law office of Paul R. Moraski from www.northofbostonlaw.com at (978) 397-0011.

How are Massachusetts Residents Effected by The Controlled Substances Act?

In Massachusetts, thousands of people are charged with drug crimes every year.  The U.S. Controlled Substances Act sets the criteria for what constitutes criminal offenses in the manufacturing, possession, sale and abuse of drugs. According to state and federal laws, a controlled substance considered to be a drug can be:

• Cocaine
• Heroin
• Methamphetamines
• Barbiturates
• Marijuana
• Illegally prescribed or abuse of prescription drugs
• Altered over-the-counter drugs
• Other illegal substances

The above list includes some of the most insidious drugs and some that when taken in moderation are actually beneficial.  For instance, prescription drugs that have been abused because an individual has taken more than prescribed because they were purchased illegally. 

If you have sold some of the less dangerous drugs such as marijuana, prescription drugs, or barbiturates you are just as guilty and you require strong representation in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.  Contact The Law Office of Paul Moraski at (978) 397-0011 right away for aggressive help with your drug crime accusation.

The Holiday Season Can Be a Dangerous Time of Year for Drivers and Pedestrians.

More than 700 people nationally are expected to be injured or killed each DAY between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day in drunken driving crashes, a rate two to three times higher than the rest of the year, according to the centers of Disease Control and Prevention.

In many cases most of the deaths resulted from avoidable mistakes: running a red light, failing to wear a seat belt, speeding, drinking, or walking outside of crosswalks.

Regardless of whom is at fault in these holiday season catastrophes you need the best representation possible if you are accused in one of these types of accidents.  It can literally be the difference between freedom and incarceration in 2015 and beyond.

You may rely on the Law Office of Paul R. Moraski for aggressive representation against any criminal charge of which you may be accused.  This is already a stressful and difficult time.  Put your trust in Paul Moraski and give him a call at (978) 397-0011 to handle your case anywhere in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

What is Your Current Opinion on the Subject of Police Brutality?

There has been a great deal of controversy lately and you might begin to believe that we are living in a society ruled by a heartless group of law enforcers.  Because we are an expanding and divergent society these problems come to the forefront with an increase in population and our 24 hour access to information.

There will always be a need for law enforcement, but not brutality.  Sometimes there is a fine line between the two.  In larger urban areas such as Boston there is a melting pot of diverse races, creeds, and colors.  Regardless of how each member of society believes in the way the law is enforced there will be certain guidelines that MUST be followed to ensure order.

Interpretation of the way law enforcement is handled is the job of the courts.  You absolutely need the best possible representation in a court of law now more than ever.  Your case may be examined in a variety of ways and only the very best attorney can advise you on how it should be properly handled.

For the very best criminal legal representation in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts contact the law office of Paul R. Moraski at (978) 744-1200.  Your future freedom is too important to leave to chance.

Violating Probation

In Massachusetts, if you are put on Probation, the Court will make you sign a contract outlining the terms and conditions of your Probationary Period. Examples may include counseling, anger management, Batterer’s Program, reporting to a Probation Officer, paying court fees, and remaining drug and alcohol free, with random screenings.

While you are on Probation you will have to abstain from picking up any new criminal charges. If you do pickup new criminal charges, your Probation Officer will almost assuredly serve you with a Violation Notice of your Probation. Once you are served with a Violation Notice, you will subsequently have an Initial Probation Hearing.

At the Initial Probation Hearing, your Probation Officer will decide whether or not to ask for the Judge to find Probable Cause that you committed a new criminal offense and whether to detain you or not. An experienced Criminal Defense Attorney can usually negotiate with the Probation Officer and maybe change his or her mind about asking for the initial detention period and thereby saving you up to 30 days of incarceration.

Even if the Probation Officer wants to detain you pending a Final Surrender Hearing, your Attorney can persuade the Judge hearing the case that detention is not appropriate and have you released until your Final Surrender Hearing.

Don't Go Stag!

Thinking of representing yourself in court? It is your right... However, it is our pleasure. If you aren't familiar with the ins and outs of the law, that is ever-changing, then it's not unlike kayaking down Niagara Falls for the first time, alone, with no experience. You will likely be usurped by a wall of white water. As would be the likely outcome of representing yourself in a court of law if you don't have experience. The Prosecutors would likely devour you for sport.
That's why Attorney Paul Moraski defends his clients so vigorously. You shouldn't be regarded as a case number, but a human being with inalienable rights. You need someone on your side who not only knows the law, but knows you. Whether you are facing DUI/OUI or first degree murder, Attorney Moraski is prepared with the skill and knowledge to handle your case. Call us today for a consultation. Preserving your future is our goal.

Outstanding Warrants Can Greatly Inhibit Your Everyday Life

The long arm of the law isn't just an expression. It's a reality that people find themselves in the grip of, daily. Literally and figuratively.

Say you have an outstanding warrant for something as small as failing to appear in court for a small traffic violation. Now, you have a warrant out for your arrest. Is the SWAT team going to come bursting through your window like the Kool-Aid Man to bring you to justice? Unlikely, (unless you have a felony warrant.)

What is likely is that you are going out to dinner or picking a friend up from the airport when you are pulled over by a cop for a small violation. When they run you through the database for wants and warrants and your name comes up, you will be arrested and booked. Your friend will have to get a ride and your dinner will get cold. If it's Friday, you'll likely spend the weekend in jail until Monday morning. Suddenly things just got very serious. Your first order of business is to remain silent and call us. Attorney Paul Moraski has a deeply knowledgeable understanding of all aspects of criminal law. 

An outstanding warrant can inhibit your ability to do just about anything, not to mention the psychological burden it causes whenever you see a police officer.
Don't live on the lam. Free your mind of having to look over your shoulder or having to squirm whenever you hear a siren. Attorney Paul Moraski is standing by, ready to listen to your side, and fight for you.