Plymouth County

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney

If you or a loved one are facing criminal charges in Plymouth County Massachusetts, please contact Attorney Kevin R. Collins for a confidential consultation. He will gladly review the facts of the case and inform you of all possible legal defense options available. Being charged with a criminal offense is a serious matter and could result in possible incarceration and the payment of large fines.

Attorney Collins has represented hundreds of clients in Plymouth County and will stop at nothing to get the best possible result in your case.

Massachusetts OUI Charges

In Massachusetts, one of the most common crimes to be arrested for is driving under the influence, known as Operating Under the Influence (“OUI”). These are usually misdemeanor crimes but can be felony charges if you had a minor in the vehicle, you have prior convictions for OUI, you caused an accident, injury, or death.

Attorney Collins has represented hundreds of clients in OUI cases and is happy to offer a free consultation. Feel free to consult the OUI page of this website for more information.

If you are facing and OUI charge, be sure to contact Plymouth County OUI Attorney Kevin Collins for a free consultation.

Violent Crimes

In Massachusetts, there are various types of violent crime charges you may face. These can be misdemeanors or felony charges. Common examples include simple assault, assault and battery, assault with a dangerous weapon, kidnapping, robbery, and burglary. If you are facing any of these or others please contact Plymouth County criminal defense attorney Kevin Collins for a free consultation.

Drug Crimes

Drug crimes are prevalent throughout all areas in Massachusetts. They are also common on Massachusetts college and university campuses like Boston College, Harvard, University of Massachusetts & Tufts University. Attorney Kevin R. Collins handles the following types of drug crimes in Massachusetts:

• State drug charges
• 4th Amendment search & seizure violations
• Possession defense
• Drug manufacturing, trafficking, and distribution defense
• Misdemeanor drug charges
• Felony drug charges

The Massachusetts Controlled Substance Act covers drug possession charges. Under this Act, it is a criminal offense to be in possession of a controlled substance such as heroin, cocaine, fentanyl, methamphetamines, and opioids (Vicodin, Percocet, oxycontin, etc.). Enhanced penalties, fines, and sentencing apply if you are found guilty of possessing a Schedule I controlled substance. Under Massachusetts state statute, it is a criminal offense to manufacture, distribute, or possess with the intent to distribute a controlled substance.

If you or your loved one has been charged with any of the above referenced crimes, contact Plymouth County criminal law attorney Kevin R. Collins for a free consultation.

Misdemeanors

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts classifies crimes into felonies and misdemeanors. A misdemeanor is a crime punishable by a fine or a jail sentence in a county house of corrections. A felony is a crime that is punishable by a sentence in a state prison. Attorney Kevin R. Collins provides legal representation for the following misdemeanor crimes in MA:

• Thefts
• Domestic Violence
• Hit and Run
• Stalking and Harassment
• Operating Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs
• Driving with a Suspended License

Weapons Crimes

If you or a loved one are facing firearm charges in Massachusetts, you face very serious penalties upon a conviction, including prison time and hefty fines. In order to fight for your freedom, it is important that you understand your rights and how to best defend them. Plymouth County criminal defense attorney Kevin R. Collins represents clients who have been charged with any of the following gun crimes or weapons violations:

• Possession of an Illegal Weapon
• Possession of an Unlicensed Weapon
• Use or Intended Use of a Firearm or Weapon During Criminal Activity
• Carrying a Concealed Weapon
• Assault with a Deadly or Dangerous Weapon
• Other Weapons Violations

White Collar Crimes

White collar crimes consists of non-violent offenses characterized by the use of fraud, concealment, or abuse of trust in regard to business interest. If you have been accused of white collar crimes such as embezzlement, fraud, forgery, racketeering, or identity theft, contact Plymouth County criminal defense attorney Kevin R. Collins for a consultation. A white collar crime conviction in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts will have a serious impact on your career, your ability to provide for your family, and your freedom.

Contact Plymouth County Criminal Lawyer Kevin R. Collins

Plymouth County criminal defense attorney Kevin R. Collins is here to service your legal needs. Contact Attorney Collins today to schedule a consultation to discuss your case.

Attorney Kevin R. Collins serves the following locales: Abington, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Hingham, Hull, Kingston, Lakeville, Marion, Marshfield, Mattapoisett, Middleborough, Norwell, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Rochester, Rockland, Scituate, Wareham, West Bridgewater, Whitman.