Legal Question in DUI Law in Massachusetts

Prior DWAI and subsequent loss of license

I received a DWAI in CO about 10 years ago, in April of this year I was pulled over and refused the breathalyzer test, resulting in a mandatory 180 suspension, plus an additional 45 days for attending a court mandated alcohol class.

The RMV sent me the letter stating the terms of my suspension (180 +45). However I went in for an appeal to receive a hardship license today and they informed me that they are showing a ''DUI'' from CO, even though my court record shows DWAI.

As a result they want to increase my suspension to 5 years! 2 years for a second DUI offense, and an additional 3 for refusal of the breathalyzer.

My license is now on an ''administrative hold'' pending further information on the DWAI. What do I need to do?


Asked on 9/14/07, 9:07 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

: Prior DWAI and subsequent loss of license

The RMW can take out of state convictions into account. One would have to see the law in Co to determine how it fits into Mass. Law?

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Answered on 9/16/07, 11:55 am


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