A person charged and convicted of an OUI/DUI as a first-time offender faces the following penalties in Massachusetts:

• Imprisonment in the House of Corrections for up to 2.5 years
• Fines, Fees or Assessments between $500 and $5,000
• Suspension of Massachusetts Driver's License for 1 year

Notwithstanding the above, Massachusetts also offers an 'Alternative Disposition' for first-time OUI/DUI offenders if the defendant elects to change his/her plea to a 'Continuance Without a Finding' (similar to a plea of 'no contest').  With the OUI/DUI Alternative Disposition the defendant is:

• Placed on Probation
• Ordered to Enter and complete a Drug-Alcohol Education Program
• Pay fines, fees and assessments, typically in the area of $1,000 and upwards
• Loss of Massachusetts Driver's License between 45 to 90 days (above and beyond any loss of license if the defendant refused to submit to a Breath Test)

Because there are major potential and collateral consequences, you should immediately consult with an experienced Drunk Driving Lawyer if you are charged with an OUI/DUI.

Boston Criminal Lawyer Lefteris K. Travayiakis has several years' experience in defending Drunk Driving Crimes and can help protect your legal rights, and is available 24/7 for consultation to discuss your case.

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