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What is the controversy surrounding Massachusetts breathalyzers?

Beginning in 2017, serious concerns arose over the accuracy of Massachusetts’ breathalyzers. The model concerned is the Draeger 9510 Alcotest. Nearly ten thousand of the 9510-model machines entered use in Massachusetts beginning in 2011. While there are also concerns about an earlier model used in the Commonwealth, the Draeger Alcotest 7110, it is the newer model that has provoked numerous legal challenges, and with good reason. In February 2017, a judge ruled that while the

Important information regarding your OUI conviction.

If you submitted to a breathalyzer between June 1, 2011 and August 31, 2017 and were convicted or pled guilty to an OUI charge, that conviction could be overturned. You should contact an attorney who can help you determine if your case should be thrown out. The reason for this is the Draeger 9510 breathalyzer device. It is estimated that there were more than 36,500 breath tests administered using this device that resulted in “scientifically

Breathalyzer Refusal and Its Implications

Many people are aware that you lose your license for a period of time if you refuse the breathalyzer test when you are stopped by the police. However, many are not aware that the penalty differs with the number of prior OUI convictions you have had. The following is a breakdown of breath test refusal penalties if you are over 21: If you have no prior OUI convictions your license will be suspended for 180

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What is the controversy surrounding Massachusetts breathalyzers?

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