Since I often clients who are interested in obtaining DUI hardship licenses, I have encountered a large number of clients who were suffering through long drunk driving related license suspensions, because they were represented by the wrong DUI lawyer. Also, I have received numerous inquiries from people who were interested in appealing their operating under the influence convictions.

Sudbury Mass DUI conviction appeals can be expensive and time-consuming. Also, when it comes to appealing a drunk driving conviction, the deck is stacked against the defendant and in favor of the prosecution. For example, when the Appeals court reviews a claim that there was insufficient evidence to support the OUI conviction, it considers “the evidence in the light most favorable to the Commonwealth and draw all reasonable inferences therefrom.” Also, it is possible to obtain a Mass. DUI conviction on circumstantial evidence alone.

Issues raised on Sudbury MA DUI appeal which were not adequately preserved during the OUI trial are examined under the substantial risk of a miscarriage of justice standard. Under this standard the Mass. Appeals Court considers whether an error occurred and, if so, whether the error may have materially influenced the verdicts. This is a rather difficult standard to satisfy.

With the difficulties, expenses, and complexities associated with appealing a Sudbury Massachusetts DUI conviction, it makes sense to hire an experienced DUI lawyer, so as to maximize your chances of getting a not guilty verdict or getting the charges dropped.

If you have questions regarding a Sudbury Massachusetts drunk driving conviction appeal, contact me at 508-656-0057 or via e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , for a free consultation and review of your DUI case.