How to Beat a Criminal Charge in Massachusetts

Arrested or under investigation in Massachusetts? Don’t wait to protect your future. At The Law Offices of Elliot Savitz and Scott Bradley, we’ve helped hundreds of clients successfully beat criminal charges using time-tested defense strategies based on Massachusetts law.

Whether you’re facing misdemeanor shoplifting or a more serious felony, there are often legal defenses that can get your case dismissed, reduced, or resolved without jail time.

Understanding the Legal Standard
To convict you, the prosecution must prove every element of the charge beyond a reasonable doubt. Your defense begins by identifying weaknesses in their case—and turning those into opportunities.

Strategic Defense with Elliot Savitz & Scott Bradley

1. Challenge the Elements of the Crime

Under Massachusetts law, prosecutors must prove each element of a crime—such as intent, action, or presence—beyond a reasonable doubt. Effective defense begins by:

• Filing motions to require evidence disclosure, then challenging its sufficiency.
• Suppressing evidence obtained unlawfully (e.g., violating the Fourth Amendment).
• Conducting independent investigations or hiring forensic experts to counter the state’s case. This applies whether your charge involves
• OUI, shoplifting, assault, or other alleged offenses.

2. Suppress Illegally Obtained Evidence

You have constitutional protections under both the Massachusetts Constitution and U.S. Bill of Rights:

• Fourth Amendment: Challenges to evidence obtained without a valid search or seizure.
• Fifth & Sixth Amendments: Suppress confessions or statements made without Miranda warnings or access to counsel.
• Confrontation & fair trial rights: Cross-examine witnesses and contest the government’s case at trial.

Preserving these rights is critical—for your defense and any potential appeal if needed.

3. Negotiate a Better Outcome Through Leverage

Plea bargaining is common in Massachusetts criminal cases. But smart negotiation is always based on fact-based vulnerabilities:

• Defense-ready motions can create leverage.
• A strong factual and legal analysis helps secure better plea deals—or enable full dismissal.

4. Assert Specialized Legal Defenses

If we go to trial, our focus is preparation and precise courtroom advocacy:

• Identify and exclude inadmissible or unfair evidence.
• Use cross-examination to undermine credibility.
• Present counter-evidence to prove innocence or create reasonable doubt.

Our team prepares you thoroughly—briefing you on court procedures, evidence expectations, and trial demeanor.

5. Prepare for Trial—But Only If It’s in Your Best Interest

Depending on your charge, we explore targeted defenses such as:

• Self-defense or accident in assault cases;
• Selective prosecution if the charge is based on discriminatory intent;
• Lack of intent or mistaken identity where proper.

Each case is unique—and tactics are tailored accordingly.

Elliot Savitz & Scott Bradley – Results-Oriented Approach

From the moment you engage our representation, we focus on:

• Reviewing charge eligibility (e.g., felony vs. misdemeanor).
• Investigating arrest circumstances and evidence.
• Filing early motions to dismiss or suppress.
• Negotiating reduced charges or deferred outcomes when possible.
• Going to trial when dismissal is a realistic goal.

Why Choose Elliot Savitz & Scott Bradley?

With extensive experience in Boston and courts across Massachusetts, Elliot Savitz and Scott Bradley bring a proven track record of success to every case. Their skill in pre-trial strategy and courtroom advocacy has helped countless clients secure reduced charges, case dismissals, and not-guilty verdicts—especially in high-stakes criminal matters.

Whether you’re under investigation or already charged, schedule a free case review today. Let us apply powerful defense strategies to get your case dismissed or minimized.