OUI/DUI & Drunk Driving Defense Attorney
An arrest for operating under the influence (OUI), DUI, or drunk driving can result in license suspension, criminal charges, and long-term impact on your record and freedom.
Meredith Underwood provides a strategic, highly prepared defense focused on how these cases are investigated, tested, and prosecuted.
Challenging an OUI or DUI Charge
OUI and DUI cases often turn on how the stop was conducted, how tests were administered, and whether proper procedures were followed. A conviction can result in license suspension, fines, increased insurance costs, and potential jail time.
From the outset, Meredith Underwood works closely with clients to:
Examine the legality of the traffic stop
Evaluate field sobriety testing procedures and results
Analyze breath or blood test accuracy and administration
Identify procedural errors or violations of rights
Develop a defense strategy tailored to the specific facts of the case
Her approach is thorough and focused on identifying weaknesses in the prosecution’s case.
Types of OUI and DUI Cases Meredith Handles
She represents clients facing a range of alcohol- and drug-related driving charges, including:
Operating Under the Influence (OUI)
Second & Subsequent OUI Charges
Drugged Driving Allegations
Refusal Hearings & License Suspension Matters
Leaving the Scene Allegations
Child Endangerment While Operating Under the Influence
Motor Vehicle Homicide While Under the Influence
These cases often involve technical evidence and procedural requirements. She approaches each matter with careful analysis and a focus on achieving the best possible outcome.
If you are facing an OUI/DUI charge, you need a strategic, highly prepared defense from the outset.
As a former prosecutor, Meredith Underwood brings a deep understanding of how cases are investigated, charged, and prosecuted. She anticipates how the government builds its case—and where it can be challenged.
In OUI and DUI cases, this includes carefully examining the legality of the stop, the administration of field sobriety tests, and the accuracy and reliability of chemical testing.
Meredith is a skilled litigator known for her thorough preparation and strong courtroom presence. She is well respected across Massachusetts courts and has built strong professional relationships that inform her approach to each case.
Her goal is simple: protect your reputation, your freedom, and your future.
She represents clients throughout Massachusetts with a clear focus on results.
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If you are facing an OUI/DUI or drunk driving charge, early action can make a meaningful difference in the outcome of your case.
Schedule your confidential consultation today.