Blog Posts in October, 2018

5 Tips to Avoid DUI on Halloween

Avoid a Halloween DUI It’s almost Halloween weekend! Which means barhopping vampires, zombies and werewolves will be out in full force. Whether you plan on barhopping or hitting up a few house parties, know that police departments across Rhode Island will be patrolling the streets for irresponsible partygoers choosing to drink and drive. If you plan on heading out decked in your spookiest, ...

What You Need to Know About Trespassing Crimes

A trespassing conviction can result in serious penalties, like having to pay damages to the property owner or jail time. The crime of trespassing occurs when a person intentionally enters or stays on another person’s property without expressed consent or after having been told to avoid the property. The key element in trespassing cases is “intent.” In order to be charged with trespassing, it must ...

Why You Need a Lawyer for an Underage DUI

Teenage drivers found to have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .02% or higher can be arrested and charged with underage DUI . It is illegal in the state of Rhode Island to for a person under the age of 21 to drive a vehicle while intoxicated. An underage DUI carries harsh consequences that will severely impact a person’s life, which’s why you need to hire an attorney to handle your case. ...