Molari Law Insights
Massachusetts Legal Developments Blog
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Understanding Embezzlement Charges
What is Embezzlement? Embezzlement usually happens when an individual takes the property or money of another person, who has entrusted that individual with the responsibility of taking care of these assets for them. Embezzlement most often occurs in a…
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Cybercrime
The cyber world has improved society in many outstanding ways, but it has also opened the door to a host of crimes. Cybercrimes are committed through social media, the internet, and other tools of modern technology. Many criminals use these items to abuse…
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The Consequences of Forgery
Janet is a little short on cash, so she slips into her grandmother's room and takes checks from her grandmother's purse, writes a check to herself for $700, and signs her grandmother's name. She goes to the bank and persuades the teller to cash the check. She…
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Look Out for Identity Thieves
Identity theft happens when someone steals the personal or financial information of someone else in an attempt to assume that individual's identity for financial gain. Identity theft or identity fraud is a serious crime. According to news reports, identity…
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Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor
Adults and children cannot be friends when the adult is involved in activities that contribute to the delinquency of a child. Adults who encourage minors to take part in acts involving juvenile delinquency can be charged with contributing to the delinquency…
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What is Indecent Assault and Battery?
Accidentally rubbing against someone on a crowded subway train would not be considered indecent assault and battery, but intentionally rubbing the thigh of the person sitting next to you may very well be. This behavior may not only get you slapped or thrown…
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Danger of Gangs
As adolescents go through their teenage years, their parents are often concerned about several issues that affect their safety. One of these concerns may be a membership with a gang. While being a gang member is not a crime, the criminal activities…
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Danger of Gangs
As adolescents go through their teenage years, their parents are often concerned about several issues that affect their safety. One of these concerns may be a membership with a gang. While being a gang member is not a crime, the criminal activities…
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Pepper Spray, Self-Defense, and the Law
Pepper spray can be carried by the citizens of Massachusetts for the purpose of personal protection and self-defense. However, it is a crime to use pepper spray in the commission or perpetration of a crime. If you have been accused of using pepper spray in…
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Racketeering is a Serious and Illegal Practice
There are individuals who want to make money quickly through illegal business practices. Sometimes these activities fall under the category of racketeering. Racketeering involves organized groups or organizations that operate illegal businesses called…
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BPD Officers' Restraint Saves a Life
Yesterday the President gave a tremendously moving speech about the officers who gave their lives defending the freedom of people to protest the police in Dallas. Much has been said about the irony that the attack on police came in Dallas, where the police…
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Flight In Response to a Show of Authority Cannot Justify a Stop
This is a common theme in BPD firearms cases. Here is how these cases work: Offices see some people they think might have a gun Officers run at these guys in full uniform. The ones with a gun run away. Officers chase the ones that run because the ones that…
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A Lesson in How to Read a Police Report
In this article posted on the BPD twitter feed, the police allege that on July 1, 2016, the following took place: At about 6:31 PM on Friday, July 1, 2016, members of the Youth Violence Strike Force were on patrol when they observed three males milling about…
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BPD Makes Arrest for Failure to Consent to Unlawful Search
Who knows this guy? If you have never heard of this guy, he goes by the name of Ron Funches. He's a comedian; a self-described "300 pound black man that giggles like an asian schoolgirl," and he's hilarious!!! Check him out , you won't be…
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Guys in Lounge with Pot Draw Youth Violence Strike Force Attention
According to BPD, on July 2nd, 2016, police attention was drawn to a couple guys sitting in a lounge in the communal area of their condominium. They saw someone come out of an adjoining apartment with some marijuana, which although not legal, was not a…
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Unlawful Search and Seizure in Hyde Park
According to this article posted by the Boston Police Department, on Monday, July 4, 2016 officers of the Youth Violence Strike Force located an 18 year old Roxbury resident wanted for Assault with Intent to Murder among other charges, in the company of two…
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What is Criminal Procedure?
Criminal procedure is the adjudication process used in criminal law. A criminal procedure process most often starts with a formal criminal charge. It usually ends with the conviction or acquittal of an accusation. There are rules that must be followed to…
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Juvenile Court vs. Adult Court
A Wisconsin judge recently ruled that two 13-year-old girls will be tried as adults for allegedly murdering their classmate to impress Slender Man , a mythological character. The Slender Man stabbing shocked the nation and brings up the debate of whether…
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Firearm Offenses in Massachusetts
Gun and Gun control laws are back in the news again. The recent Orlando massacre at a nightclub that killed 49 people is bringing the topic back into the national spotlight. Senators are demanding gun control protocols to stop violence, expand background…
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Thieves May Face Severe Punishment in Massachusetts
If you are a petty thief, you do not want to get caught in Massachusetts. A kleptomaniac with the compulsive urge to steal a $251 gold watch or $255 smartphone could face felony charges for his or her misdeed. The Commonwealth takes petty theft very…