Blog Posts in 2017

5 Questions You Should Be Asking Your DUI Defense Lawyer

So you’ve been arrested for drunk driving. Whether or not you are innocent, you will fare better throughout the administrative and criminal process with an experienced DUI lawyer on your side. So how do you find a qualified attorney? While you can ask for a referral from someone who has experienced the DUI process before, you can also obtain a referral from your local Bar Association. Many ...

Why You Need an Attorney for Trespassing Charges

According to Rhode Island state law, trespassing is defined as entering onto public or private property without authorization or permission to do so. This crime is considered a misdemeanor offense, which is punishable by a maximum jail sentence of one year and a fine of up to $1,000. A simple trespass conviction can result in a permanent criminal record. This can have lasting effects outside of ...

What Happens if I Refuse to Take a Breathalyzer Test?

Refusing to Consent to a Breathalyzer Being pulled over for suspicion of drunk driving can be a challenging experience, especially when you do not know what the best method is to get out of legal trouble and are not sure of the laws. First and foremost, we encourage you to contact an experienced Rhode Island lawyer to get the best possible help with your DUI charges . Understanding Implied Consent ...

Avoiding Holiday DUI: Tis the Season for Safe Driving Habits

Every year, car accidents increase all around the country during the holiday season. There is something about visiting relatives and enjoying festivities that makes people drink and drive, it seems. The police know about this increase in accidents as well, and will send out highway patrol officers en masse in an attempt to snag drunk drivers and land driving under the influence ( DUI ) arrests. ...