Massachusetts Crimes

This is a library of Massachusetts criminal charges handled by Davis Law Firm, P.C. Each page explains what the law prohibits, what the Commonwealth must prove, and the penalties for the offense. The charges are organized by category below.

Violent & Person Offenses

• Murder
• Voluntary and Involuntary Manslaughter
• Assault and Battery
• Assault and Battery on a Family or Household Member
• Armed Robbery
• Home Invasion

Sex Offenses

• Rape
• Indecent Assault and Battery

Drug Offenses

• Distribution / Possession with Intent to Distribute
• Trafficking
• Possession of a Controlled Substance

Firearm Offenses

• Unlawful Possession of a Firearm Without a License
• Carrying a Loaded Firearm Without a License

Property & Theft

• Larceny
• Shoplifting

Motor Vehicle / OUI

• Operating Under the Influence (OUI)