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Bail: What you need to know.

Bail is a very important matter for those facing criminal charges. At arraignment, the Commonwealth, though the Assistant District Attorney, will often request bail. The Defense Attorney will also make a bail request, and then the judge must decide how much bail, if any, to impose.

A recent decision by the Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) has outlined the factors to be considered in setting bail. The most important development from this new ruling, Brangan v. Commonwealth […]

By Matthew Barison|2020-11-01T17:37:58+00:00November 6, 2017|Constitutional Law, Court System, Criminal Justice, Legal Overviews|0 Comments

On Civil Disobedience

A quick word to friends who are considering engaging in civil disobedience. Be prepared! If you disobey police orders, you are subject to arrest.

The police have broad power to enforce public order. During a protest, instigators are subject to arrest for “public order offenses” such as affray and disturbing the peace. Though the Boston Police tend not to arrest people in en-masse, if you repeatedly disobey an officer’s order, you will probably be arrested. (Note, State Police and Federal law […]

By Matthew Barison|2020-11-01T17:37:58+00:00August 17, 2017|1st Amendment, Constitutional Law, Criminal Justice, Legal Overviews|0 Comments

New Office Location at 100 Cambridge St.

Barison Law is proud to announce our new home, 100 Cambridge St. in Downtown Boston. Our new location is easily accessible from Bowdoin, Government Center, Charles/MGH, Haymarket and North Station. We look forward to serving you!

New Mailing Address:

Matthew K. Barison, Esq.
100 Cambridge St., 14th Floor
Boston, MA 02114

By Matthew Barison|2020-11-01T17:37:58+00:00May 2, 2017|Uncategorized|0 Comments

MA Legislature Delays Implementation of Recreational Marijuana Sales; Accountability Lacking.

In a move that has upset liberals, conservatives, tokers and teetotalers alike, the Massachusetts Legislature passed a bill yesterday delaying the opening of retail marijuana shops by six months.

As you may recall, this November, Massachusetts voters approved a ballot question legalizing marijuana. The ballot question made possession legal as of December 15, and gave the Commonwealth until January 1, 2018 to devise a regulatory structure governing retail sales. Thus, pot shops were set to open in 2018, thereby […]

By Matthew Barison|2020-11-01T17:37:58+00:00December 29, 2016|Marijuana Law|0 Comments

Ready to Fight for You

The election of Donald Trump has caused a great deal of concern amongst those who may be impacted by his policies. Fortunately, for those of us in Massachusetts, the Commonwealth has strong anti-discrimination laws that will remain in effect regardless of changes to Federal laws. If you are being harassed based on your minority status (race, age, sex, disability, national origin, sexual orientation) please don’t hesitate to contact me. Additionally, if you are in a same-sex partnership with a child, […]

By Matthew Barison|2020-11-01T17:37:58+00:00November 14, 2016|Discrimination, LGBT Rights, Race, Same Sex Marriage|0 Comments