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Being Ordered Out of Your Car During a Traffic Stop in Massachusetts: The "Community Caretaking" Doctrine and Your Rights
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court recently ruled in Commonwealth v. Demos D. that police may order a passenger to exit a vehicle under the community caretaking doctrine. In this case, the passenger was a 16-year-old runaway. This doctrine allows officers to act to ensure public safety or individual well-being, separate from criminal investigation. If you are facing charges after a stop, contact the Law Office of Patrick J. Regan at (978) 744-1220.
Pat Pegan
Jan 153 min read
Changes to Title IX Coming in August, 2024
A summary of the changes coming to Title IX in August of 2024
Pat Pegan
May 13, 20244 min read
Matthew Nilo Charged in Boston: Expectation of Privacy on Discarded DNA Evidence Seized?
Admissibility of DNA from discarded glass used to link Manhattan attorney charged with sexual assault in Boston’s Charlestown 15 years ago.
Pat Pegan
Jul 12, 20234 min read
Massachusetts Federal Judge Rules Out Emotional Distress Damages in Title IX Claims
Article discusses the Massachusetts District Court Ruling that eliminates emotional distress from Title IX actions against schools.
Pat Pegan
Jun 2, 20233 min read
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