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Last updated: July 2026 Although recreational marijuana is legal in Massachusetts, driving under its influence remains a crime under G.L. c. 90, § 24. There is no legal THC limit—the Commonwealth must prove that marijuana actually impaired your ability to drive. A first offense carries up to a one-year license suspension, fines, and possible jail […]

If you are pulled over on Route 20 or driving through the center of Marlborough and see blue lights in your rearview mirror, your first thought is likely about your driver’s license. In Massachusetts, the terms DUI (Driving Under the Influence) and DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) are common conversationally, but the official legal charge is

Driving represents more than just a way to get from point A to point B. For many residents in Marlborough, it is the key to visiting family at the Orchards, picking up groceries at Roche Bros., or attending appointments at Marlborough Hospital. When a police officer or a doctor files a report that triggers a

Driving down Route 20 through Marlborough or commuting along I-495 requires a clean driving record to keep your insurance rates low and your license in good standing. Many drivers believe that if they stay out of trouble for a few years, their past mistakes simply vanish from the view of the Registry of Motor Vehicles

Driving anywhere in Massachusetts requires a valid license. For many Massachusetts drivers, a notice to appear for a Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) hearing can create panic. If you receive an RMV notice to appear, contact a Marlborough driver’s license attorney at once. Whether you received a notice for an immediate threat suspension or a

In Massachusetts, motor vehicle violations are categorized as either civil infractions or criminal offenses. Criminal violations can result in severe legal consequences. Contact a Massachusetts criminal traffic violation lawyer at once if you are facing a criminal motor vehicle charge. You may have wondered if a traffic stop in Massachusetts can have serious legal consequences,

When your driver’s license is suspended, it can affect your ability to rent cars, carry insurance, and legally drive in other nations. A Massachusetts license suspension lawyer can advise you about your driving rights abroad when your license has been suspended in Massachusetts. Learning how a Massachusetts license suspension impacts driving rights abroad is crucial

Hardship licenses (often referred to as “Cinderella Licenses”) in Massachusetts are not full driver’s licenses, but they are better than having no license at all. If you need a hardship license, contact a Massachusetts hardship license attorney at The Law Office of Brian Simoneau. You will be allowed to drive to work thanks to the

Seeing blue lights flash behind you on I-495 or Route 20 can instantly spike your heart rate. But the real stress often begins when you look at the citation or summons and see “reckless operation of a motor vehicle,” which isn’t a simple traffic ticket you can pay and forget. In Massachusetts, reckless driving is