Yes. Under Massachusetts Law, if a vehicle is uninsured, it will result in a criminal charge. The police will issue a Massachusetts Uniform Citation for the criminal offense of Operating an Uninsured Motor Vehicle (Criminal Misdemeanor).
When a vehicle is stopped and does not have valid insurance, the police will likely give the operator a Massachusetts Uniform Citation and will also tow the vehicle. The vehicle will not be released from the tow yard until it is insured and registered with the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles.
While this offense is a misdemeanor, it still is a criminal charge. The operator will be summonsed to court on an Application for a Criminal Complaint. As a result, it is often best to contact an experienced Massachusetts Criminal Attorney to discuss the case in order to prevent not only a criminal record, but also an insurance increase and potential license suspension.
Contact Caselden Law to speak with an attorney about your Criminal Citation. Our firm offers free of charge initial consultations and also offers flat fee legal services for the defense of the citation in District Court or the Boston Municipal Court.
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