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Post Conviction Relief Attorney Katherine Godin
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RHODE ISLAND DUI PENALTIES
A DUI conviction in Rhode Island is a serious crime. A conviction could lead to a jail sentence, fines and court fees, surcharges, and mandatory enrollment in a drunk driving course and/or a substance abuse treatment program.
A record of criminal conviction could result in loss of job or limits in future employment opportunities. It could keep you from opening a credit account, securing a mortgage and even renting a car. It is important to fight the charges filed against you and try to keep your record clean.
First Offense with Blood Alcohol Level Between 0.08-0.10
•Suspended License for 30-180 Days•$100-300 Fine
•10-60 Hours of Community Service and/or Up to One Year in Jail
•Highway Safety Assessment ($500 fee)
•Possible Enrollment in a Driving School and/or Alcohol Treatment Program
First Offense with Blood Alcohol Level Between 0.10-0.15 or Unknown BAC
•$100-400 Fine
•10-60 Hours of Community Service and/or Up to One Year in Jail
•Highway Safety Assessment ($500 fee)
•Must Enroll in a Driving School and/or Alcohol Treatment Program
First Offense with Blood Alcohol Level Over 0.15 or Charged with a Drug Based DUI
•Suspended License for 3-18 Months•$500 Fine
•20-60 Hours of Community Service and/or Up to One Year in Jail
•Highway Safety Assessment ($500 fee)
•Must Enroll in a Driving School and/or Alcohol Treatment Program
To Read the Full Statute Click the Link Below:
RI Gen. Laws 31-27-2(d)
RI Gen. Laws 31-27-2(d)
Rhode Island Breathalyzer Refusal Penalties
First Offense (Civil Charge)
•Suspended License for 6-12 Months•$200-500 Fine
•10-60 Hours of Community Service
•Must Enroll in a Driving School and/or Alcohol Treatment Program
Second Offense (within 5 years)(criminal charge)
•Suspended License for 1 to 2 Years•$600-1,000 Fine and Up to 6 Months in Jail
•60-100 Hours of Community Service
•Must Enroll in an Alcohol or Drug Treatment Program
To Read the Full Statute Click the Link Below:
RI Gen. Laws 31-27-2.1
RI Gen. Laws 31-27-2.1
Recent Drunk Driving Victories
Attorney Matthew T. Marin Attorney Katherine Godin
CHARGE: Driving Under the Influence of Drugs (Marijuana)
POLICE REPORT: Client, a 19 year old college student, attempted to enter college campus and campus Police detected a strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. Police investigated and located a bowl and marijuana in the vehicle. The client smelled of marijuana, had bloodshot, glassy eyes and admited to the police that he smoked the marijuana twenty minutes before arriving at campus. Client was arrested for DUI Drugs (Marijuana).
RESULT: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL
CHARGE: Refusal to Submit to a Chemical Test CHARGE: Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol For a free, confidential consultation contact a Central Falls Drunk Driving Lawyer by calling 401-228-8271 or emailing us at mm@matthewtmarin.com. DISCLAIMER: This site and any information contained herein are intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Seek competent legal counsel for advice on any legal matter. Also, the Rhode Island Supreme Court licenses all lawyers in the general practice of law, but does not license or certify any lawyer as an expert or specialist in any field of practice.
POLICE REPORT: Client was at a Warwick bar when a fight broke out. The aggressor threatened the Client and told him to get in his vehicle and leave. Client, in fear, did as instructed. Warwick Police stopped the Client less than one mile from the bar. Client was clearly intoxicated and refused to submit to a chemical test. Client was charged with refusal to submit to a chemical test (Breathalyzer Refusal).
RESULT: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL
POLICE REPORT: Police respond to the report of a vehicle driving through a security gate in North Kingstown. Police arrive on scene and request that the Client submit to a battery of field sobriety tests which the Client subsequently fails. Client was charged with Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol.
RESULT: DISMISSED
Also, for more information visit our Rhode Island Criminal Defense Blog.
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