What does the government have to actually prove to convict an accused of the crime of OUI?
A. In Massachusetts, the government must prove three things beyond a reasonable doubt to prove a defendant guilty of OUI. First, that the defendant operated a motor vehicle. Second, that the defendant did so on a public way, or in a place where the public has a right of access, or in a place where members of the public have access as invitees or licensees. Third, that the defendant was operating the vehicle under the influence of intoxicating liquor, or with a .08% or greater blood alcohol level.
