Prior Convictions
The Law Offices of Joseph D. Bernard care about the future of their clients. The professionals at the firm understand your situation and will fight for the best outcome for you to get on with your life.
Prior Convictions
The Law Offices of Joseph D. Bernard care about the future of their clients. The professionals at the firm understand your situation and will fight for the best outcome for you to get on with your life.

This particular question is asked a great deal, and although the statute has a maximum penalty of 2 1/2 years unless they involve serious injury or death, even in the worst-case scenario, the first offender generally never goes to jail. A first-offense Operating Under the Influence (OUI) charge in Massachusetts is governed primarily by G.L.…

The Law Offices of Joseph D. Bernard is proud to announce that Attorney Bernard has been selected as an Honoree in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly’s inaugural “Legal Luminaries” program. This distinction highlights top attorneys across the state who have demonstrated exceptional skill, professionalism, and impact within their practice areas. For Attorney Bernard, this recognition is especially…

In Massachusetts, driving under the influence is commonly known as operating under the influence (OUI). So, what is a penalty for a DUI in Massachusetts? No matter the name, a conviction of this offense can carry harsh penalties. What can you expect for your case? Here is an overview of the DUI/OUI penalties associated in…