http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/ Patrick Donovan Lawyer Criminal Defense Attorney DWI Attorney OUI Attorney Boston Criminal Lawyer Boston Criminal Defense en Copyright 2011 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 14:18:00 -0500 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss John Lundborn, the chief of the Truro Police Department has been charged with operating under the influence of alcohol. According to the town administrator chief was arrested Friday night where he was believed had been intoxicated. Chief Lundborn was involved in a one vehicle accident at around 930 last Friday. Apparently the chief was also driving a police cruiser that was involved in the accident. According to the police report Truro police were notified of the motor vehicle accident from the Cape Cod national seashore Ranger. When police arrived on the scene they observed the chief in the driver seat of the car his windshield crack in the airbags deployed. The chief had made admissions that he drank a lot and he displayed the physical signs of alcohol use. According to officer Danziger the chief was intoxicated and would not be able to safely perform field sobriety tests. The chief was then arrested. The Cape Cod Times posted a copy of the police report on its website today. I and the opportunity to read the police report and I in no way think that the police are trying to cover for the chief. The report seems to me be quite thorough including unflattering statements the chief made. I see a lot of police reports and I believe this is very typical for an OUI stop. http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/10/truro_police_chief_charged_wit.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/10/truro_police_chief_charged_wit.html Truro chief Oui Mon, 17 Oct 2011 14:18:00 -0500 Patrick Donovan ]]> http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/10/city_counselor_charged_with_st.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/10/city_counselor_charged_with_st.html Larceny larceny over $250 Thu, 06 Oct 2011 10:34:23 -0500 The federal courthouse in Boston will be one of 14 federal courthouses to participate in a study on cameras in the courtroom. A three-year study will begin on October 17, 2011 allowing cameras in courtrooms. Cameras will only be allowed in courtrooms where civil cases are being heard with the consent of both parties. The recordings will be made public and posted on the web. Currently there are no cameras allowed in federal court. Cameras are however allowed state courts. Live streaming video of court proceedings are now being done in the Quincy District Court. http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/10/federal_court_in_boston_allowi.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/10/federal_court_in_boston_allowi.html Boston federal court Tue, 04 Oct 2011 13:28:02 -0500 Patrick Donovan]]> http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/massachusetts_courts_uphold_fe.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/massachusetts_courts_uphold_fe.html Thu, 22 Sep 2011 11:23:07 -0500 A judge in Stoughton recently set bail for the Bridgewater woman accused in a deadly drunk driving incident at $100,000. The Defendant asked the judge to set a bail in the amount of $2500, while the District Attorney argued for a $10, 000 cash bail. After hearing the arguement the judge set the bail at $100,000. It is rare that a judge will exceed the amount of bail the District Attorney seeks. It is even more rare that the judge will increase the bail by that much. Anytime a person is arraigned on a criminal charge the Districct Attorney has the right to seek bail or conditions of release in lieu of bail. Judges set bail on conditions set out in the bail law. The conditions include potential penalties, nature and circumstances of the crime alledged, risk of flight, ties to the community, drug abuse, employment to name a few. Here the crime alloedge is very serious but the woman has never been in trouble before. I support the request by the District Attorney. Not because it is lower and I am a criminal defense attorney but because I think it is fair. It is a tragic situation and nothing lessens the fact the a woman died, but the issue was to set bail The purpose of bail is to ensure the persons appearance a the next date. The United State Constitution even provides the right that excessive bail not be allowed. Setting bail cannot and should not be punative that is what a sentence is for. In this case, the woman would then petition the Superior Court for a bail reduction and I think that they will reduce the bail. In Massachusetts, if the judge sets $100,000 the defendant will have to post the enitire amount. Bail Bondsman are not used in Massachusetts and the amount set by the judge is the amount one needs to get out of jail. http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/judge_increases_bail_request_b.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/judge_increases_bail_request_b.html Tue, 13 Sep 2011 13:26:46 -0500 Manny Ramirez the prolific former Boston Red Sox outfielder was arrest overnight at his home in Florida for domestic assualt. According to various sources, Ramirez was in an arguement with his wife when he slapped her. He was arrested and brought to jail for the night. If Ramirez stayed in Boston and this incident happened in Massachusetts he would be facing serious charges. All domestic violence cases are treated seriously in courts throughout Massachusetts. Even plea deals involve a court ordered batters program and anger management classes. Recent court rulings make it easier to allow 911 calls into evidence even if the victim does not want to testify. Rember, it is the Commonwealth pressing the charges not the victim, therefore only the Commonwealth can dismiss the charges. If you or someone you know has been charged with domestic assault and battery contact an experienced criminal defense attorney today. http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/former_red_sox_all_star_arrest.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/former_red_sox_all_star_arrest.html Tue, 13 Sep 2011 13:17:59 -0500 Patricia A. Neville-Colp, a 48-year-old Bridgewater resident, will be arraigned today in the stone District Court on charges of motor vehicle homicide, operating under the influence of alcohol, operating under the influence of drugs and leaving the scene of personal injury. On Saturday shortly after 11 PM Ms. Neville-Colp was driving home to Bridgewater from any VFW post in Randolph when she got into the deadly crash. According to the Boston Herald Ms. Neville-Colp sideswiped another vehicle when she emerged onto route 24 from route 139. The other vehicle began to spin rolled over multiple times where the 57-year-old driver was ejected and pronounced dead on the scene. When Massachusetts State police searched Ms. Neville-Colp's car they found 16 marijuana cigarettes, E pill bottle, and he partially smoked marijuana cigarette on the cars floorboard. Motor vehicle homicide while OU I is a felony charge of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the penalty is very severe and shall be punished in the state prison for not less than 2 1/2 years not more than 15 years. AlsoT the registry of motor vehicles will suspend persons license if they are charge with motor vehicle homicide for a long period of time. http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/woman_faces_charges_after_dead.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/woman_faces_charges_after_dead.html Mon, 12 Sep 2011 07:38:39 -0500 Www.PDonovanlaw.com]]> http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/hyde_park_man_indicted_in_pros.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/hyde_park_man_indicted_in_pros.html prostitution Sex offense Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:48:16 -0500 Chelsea District Court. When asked about his involvement Mr. Randall denied knowing or meeting with the person on the videotape. It is always better not to speak to the FBI rather than lie. If you are caught lying charges like obstruction of justice, or witness intimidation are likely results of lying to law enforcement officials. If you are somebody that you know has been asked to speak with law enforcement you always have a right to be represented by an attorney. www.pdonovanlaw.com ]]> http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/former_revere_police_officer_p.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/former_revere_police_officer_p.html Chelsea District Court lying to the police Thu, 08 Sep 2011 11:37:49 -0500 ]]> http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/man_arrested_after_urinating_o.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/man_arrested_after_urinating_o.html disorderly conduct Indecent exposure Wed, 07 Sep 2011 11:53:49 -0500 larceny over $250, resisting arrest and disorderly conduct allegedly ran across I 93 in Braintree Mass. according to the patriot ledger the man grabbed merchandise from the Macy's store at the South Shore Plaza at around 6 PM on Sunday. Moments later police received a call from a driver that a pedestrian was trying to cross the highway. The man later arrested by police had two outstanding warrants for breaking and entering and shoplifting. The man was set to be arraigned at the Quincy District Court. ]]> http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/shoplifting_suspect_runs_acros.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/shoplifting_suspect_runs_acros.html Braintree shoplifting warrants Wed, 07 Sep 2011 06:47:50 -0500 Beginning September 19, 38 Massachusetts courthouses will begin reduced hours for clerks and registers. Court officials stated years of budget cuts and understaffing have led to backlogs. In order to address these backlogs, court officials are cutting both counter service and phone service in the clerk's office. Court officials believe that uninterrupted time is needed to address backlogs and reduce delays. Court official state that the proposed reduction in hours will not affect court sessions and that all offices will be available for emergency matters. During the reduced hours court staff will not be available to answer general telephone questions or to assist the public in the clerk's office. The 38 Massachusetts courthouses that will have fewer hours available to the public include Attleboro District Court, Barnstable District Court, Eastern Brookfield District Court, Fall River District Court, Framingham District Court, Ipswich District Court Lawrence District Court, Lowell District Court, Lynn District Court, Malden District Court, Natick District Court, Newburyport District Court, Palmer District Court, Somerville District Court, Springfield District Court, Stoughton District Court, Taunton District Court, Uxbridge District Court, Waltham District Court, Westborough District Court, Woburn District Court and Wrentham District Court, http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/massachusetts_courts_cut_hours.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/massachusetts_courts_cut_hours.html Massachusetts courts hours cut Wed, 07 Sep 2011 06:32:00 -0500 ]]> http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/boston_website_posts_mugshots.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/boston_website_posts_mugshots.html Booking photos Boston Channel Wed, 07 Sep 2011 06:10:33 -0500 ]]> http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/prisoner_charged_in_murder_for.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/prisoner_charged_in_murder_for.html murder for hire OUI Worcester County Tue, 06 Sep 2011 08:58:39 -0500 ]]> http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/medford_pizza_owner_charged_wi.html http://blog.pdonovanlaw.com/2011/09/medford_pizza_owner_charged_wi.html Marijuana Medford trafficking Tue, 06 Sep 2011 08:36:02 -0500