According to the Patriot Ledger, Massachusetts DUI drug cases are on the rise statewide. Arrests for DUI drugs nearly equal the total for all of last year for the first six months of 2009. The survey from the federal government states that Massachusetts has the third highest rate of drug driving in the nation. The increase in DUI drug arrests in Massachusetts is probably a result of increased officer training as more officer are being trained as DREs, drugged recognition experts.
A DUI drugs case involves officer giving a different set of tests and evaluation than for a DUI alcohol case. In some cases, a DUI drug arrest results when a suspect passes a breathalyzer test and the officer is still under the belief that the individual was impaired. If an officer finds evidence of drug use either through statements of the driver or smells an odor of marijuana or other narcotics, than the suspect may be charged with DUI drugs.
If you are arrested for DUI/OUI drug charge in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Attorney DelSignore will explain your defenses to this charge. A DUI drug charge is difficult for the Commonwealth to prove and you should consult Attorney DelSignore for a free consultation. Attorney DelSignore is available through email or by phone any time at 508-455-4755 or 781-686-5924.
