At dinner or with friends, most Americans have a drink or two. But when you're accused of operating while under the influence (O-U-I), an evening of fun can turn into something quite different.

We're not going to preach here about the wisdom of not drinking and driving. You know about that.

But when you are accused of O-U-I, there are certain legal steps that can be taken to ensure that you are treated fairly from the beginning of the legal process through to its conclusion. That's especially important now, here in Massachusetts, where tough new O-U-I legislation was enacted in 2003.

Rod Schonland knows how the new Massachusetts O-U-I laws work, and he can protect you if you've been falsely accused. Even if you've had more refreshment than you should have, Rod Schonland can still help protect your rights and ensure that you get fair treatment.

Penalties for O-U-I in Massachusetts are severe. Never assume that your innocence will rule the day. O-U-I defendants represented by competent, experienced counsel fare better, on average, than those who choose to defend themselves.

If you're accused of O-U-I, call Attorney Rod Schonland. He knows exactly how to help.

Coming soon to this page:

A to-the-point tutorial on what to do if you're pulled over for O-U-I.