New Bedford and Bristol County DUI Attorney

If you face an OUI arrest and prosecution in Bristol County, MA, you are probably worried about jail, your license, ignition interlock devices, your record, your family and your financial security. If you are like many people, you may be overwhelmed by the complexity of Massachusetts DUI Law.

At the Law Offices of Robert H. Humphrey, our goal in every case is simple: do what is in your best interest.

We strive to exceed your expectations in client service and results.

Call my office to schedule a free initial consultation, I am confident that you will feel better knowing that you are doing everything you can to help yourself.

I look forward to talking with you.

Robert H. Humphrey, Attorney At Law

If you face a DUI arrest and prosecution in Acushnet, Attleboro, Berkley, Dartmouth, Dighton, Easton, Fairhaven, Fall River, Freetown, Mansfield, New Bedford, North Attleborough, Norton, Raynham, Rehoboth, Seekonk, Somerset, Swansea, Taunton, Westport or anywhere in Bristol County, MA, Robert Humphrey can help.

A Law Firm Can Make THE Difference in Your Bristol County DUI Case

Not all law firms have the manpower, experiences and resources to effectively handle all DUI cases. There are many firms that try to take on as many cases as possible without the experience or resources to back it up. Some firms try to do as little work as possible by simply taking your money and then trying to plead you guilty and be done with your case at the earliest logical time.

You need a Bristol County law firm that will feel the same frustrations you feel with your case, and will take personally every aspect of your ordeal and defense. You want a lawyer who gets a charge out of fighting for every inch of ground on your behalf, and who will never rest until everything possible has been investigated, researched, negotiated or litigated.

Meet Attorney Robert Humphrey

With over 15 years of experience as an attorney in the criminal justice system, Bristol County DUI lawyer Robert Humphrey has a range of experience defending cases from simple misdemeanors and traffic matters to capital cases.

Mr. Humphrey served as Assistant Solicitor for Little Compton from 1994 to 2008. During his tenure there, he prosecuted drunk driving offenses that were committed within the town. He also represented the town before the Newport County Superior Court, and advised the Zoning Board of Review and the Town Council.

Between 2002 and 2005, Robert also served as the Assistant Solicitor for the town of Portsmouth, where he handled DUI cases, among other things.

Between 2003 and 2005, he served as the Municipal Judge for the Town of Tiverton, where he heard and decided traffic matters, as well as zoning and housing issues.

From 1996 to present, Mr. Humphrey has served as a Newport County Bail Commissioner. This means that he presides over the initial stage of criminal prosecutions, makes probable cause determinations and sets bail. He also signs arrest warrants, and has the discretion to commit people to the adult correctional institution.

In 2006, Robert was appointed by Governor Carcieri to serve on the Sex Offender Board of Review, which is the body that determines the level of risk a convicted sex offender poses to the community. In that capacity, he assists the sentencing court in determining if the offender is a sexually violent predator.

Mr. Humphrey is the author of many published articles dating back to 1994. Topics have included "Drunk Driving: Recent Developments in the Law," "Drunk Driving Law Update," "Prosecution and Defense of Chemical Test Refusal Cases," and "How To Prove a DWI Observation Case."

Mr. Humphrey is also a regular lecturer and teacher of other lawyers, local and state police departments, Salve Regina University and other programs. His most recent lecture was for the Rhode Island District Court Prosecutors Association and was entitled "DUI and Refusal Cases." He lectures several times a year and has covered topics including:

• Drunk Driving: Detection, Prosecution and Defense;
• Criminal Law and Procedure
• Drunk Driving: Basics & Beyond;
• Drunk Driving for Operators Under 21;
• DWI in Two Easy Sessions; and

A host of other lecture topics about DUI and criminal law. Mr. Humphrey is a leader in the criminal justice system in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. His litigation experience and knowledge make him a natural choice for both defendants seeking the best chance in court, and also for other lawyers seeking advice on how to better serve their clients.

The Bristol County Court Your DUI Case Is In Matters, A Lot!

Just like every Massachusetts DUI case is at least a little bit different from every other case that ever was or will be, so it is with DUI courts throughout Bristol County. To treat all cases or courts the same is to take an assembly-line view of drunk driving defense that makes good DUI defense lawyers cringe. If your attorney treats every case and court the same, something WILL get missed, and your case will suffer. So make sure that your Bristol County DUI defense lawyer knows the difference between courts, and even between judges and prosecutors within the individual courts. Here are the courts most common to a local DUI case.

Bristol Superior Court - Taunton
9 Court St., Room 13, Taunton, MA 02780 
Phone: (508) 823-6588

Bristol Superior Court - Fall River
441 No. Main St., Room 1, Fall River, MA 02720 
Phone: (508) 672-4464

Bristol Superior Court - New Bedford
441 County St., 1st Floor, New Bedford, MA 02740 
Phone: (508) 996-2051

Attleboro District Court
88 N. Main St., Attleboro, MA 02703
Phone: (508) 222-5900

Fall River District Court
45 Rock Street, Fall River, MA 02720
Phone: (508) 679-8161

New Bedford District Court
75 N. Sixth Street, New Bedford, MA 02740
Phone: (508) 999-9700

Taunton District Court
120 Cohannet Street, Taunton, MA 02780 
Phone: (508) 977-6105