Samuel Goldberg has been a Massachusetts criminal defense attorney for 20 years. Prior to that, he was a New York state prosecutor. He has published various articles regarding the practice of criminal law and frequently provides legal analysis on radio and television, appearing on outlets such as the Fox News Channel, Court TV, MSNBC and The BBC Network.
To speak to Sam about a criminal matter call 617-492-3000.

October 19, 2010

With Murders On The Rise – Boston Police Seek New Ways To Arrest Those Who Violate Probation.

It is late on a fall Boston night. As your eyeballs begin their dance of slumber, a loud banging on the door shatters the peaceful quiet and wakes you up with a jolt. The baby is crying and the elderly peek out their doorway in fear.

Who can it be? A violent group of thugs? Are you dreaming you are in another country where tyranny rules?

No...it’s just the police and your friendly neighborhood probation officer.

You know... our domestic peace keepers.

Violent crimes such as homicide and shootings are up in number this year. This has given law enforcement officials a new sense of urgency to respond aggressively and visibly.

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