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RHODE ISLAND SPOUSAL ABUSE DEFENSE
ATTORNEY MATTHEW MARIN
ATTORNEY MATTHEW MARIN
Have you been arrested for spousal abuse? If so, you should know that any kind of domestic violence charges are a serious criminal matter. Hiring a experienced domestic violence lawyer can help you stay out of jail, protect your criminal record, and save you hundreds or possibly even thousands of dollars, keep you off of probation, and avoid fines, court costs, classes, and treatment. Plus, when it comes to domestic violence it’s not just your liberty at stake, but also your reputation. No one wants to be labeled a “wife-beater” for the rest of their life.
Contact a Rhode Island Spousal Abuse
Defense Lawyer at 401-228-8271 or CLICK HERE
Presumption of Guilt in Spousal Abuse Cases
There is a real bias against those who have been accused of domestic violence and spousal abuse. Many experts in law enforcement claim that domestic violence is a recognized anti-social mental illness. Similar to sex crimes, domestic violence is a severe accusation where guilt is often immediately presumed. The claim itself will result in many people assuming that you committed the act. Before any court appearance or trial, you may become a social pariah. You need an attorney that is effective, efficient and results-oriented.
At the Law Offices of Matthew T. Marin, Esq., Inc., we protect the rights of our clients in domestic violence cases. The first right is the right to remain silent. Talking to police or prosecutors is an ill-advised strategy. You do not have to speak to anyone before you retain domestic violence defense counsel. Even conversations to another inmate in a jail cell or to a relative on a prison phone could severely compromise your rights and our case.
Once you retain Attorney Matthew Marin, he will get to work on the facts of the case. By nature, spousal abuse and child abuse cases are rife with emotion. Assault allegations within a family are troubling to some and may be a result of a divorce or child custody dispute. If you wrongly accused, you need an attorney qualified to handle your case. We will diligently advocate for you and strive for the best outcome possible.Spousal Abuse Defense Lawyers Will Help to Protect Your Rights
Establishing Your Spousal Abuse Defense
Your domestic violence defense case also may include a restraining order filed against you. As skilled trial attorneys, we develop twofold strategies for a restraining order hearing and your domestic violence defense.
in Rhode Island, contact the Attorney Matthew Marin
immediately at (401) 228-8271.What are the potential penalties for a Spousal Abuse Conviction?
Any domestic violence conviction, including spousal abuse, can have very serious consequences including the following:
• Jail or prison time
• Probation
• Community control
• A stay away order from the victim (which may include a stay away order from your home, your spouse, and even your children)
• Fines, court costs, and other monetary penalties
• Anger management classes, batterers intervention classes, parenting classes, and/or other classes
• Community service hours
• Immigration consequences
• Mental health treatment
• Substance abuse treatment
in Rhode Island, contact the Attorney Matthew Marin
immediately at (401) 228-8271.What is required for a Rhode Island Batterers Intervention Program?
If convicted of a domestic violence crime, ALL defendants must undergo a Batterers Intervention Program. A Batterers Intervention Program is a psycho-educational group led by trained professional facilitators. Each meeting is an hour and a half to two hours for a minimum of 20 weeks. Fees are collected. Batterers learn to identify abusive behaviors and are taught to react non-abusively and instead communicate with their partner. Batterers Intervention Programs differ from and are not replaceable by substance abuse treatments, mental health services, family/marital/couples or other counseling. Participants are held accountable for their attendance, they must be on time, and cannot miss a meeting. Here is a list of the intervention programs:
• Family Violence Intervention
J. Bryan Riley (contact: Susan Wilkie x 121)
941Park Avenue Cranston RI 02910
Telephone: (401) 941-3200
Fax: (401) 781-1062
Groups available in Cranston, Narragansett and Woonsocket
• Galilee Mission to Fishermen, Inc
Raymond Dussault
P.O. Box 459
268 Kingstown Road Narragansett, RI 02882
Telephone: (401) 789-9390
Fax: (401) 783-8155
This program accepts internal referrals only
• The Kent Center
Deb Valletta
300 Centerville Road Suite #301S Summit Building
South Warwick, RI 02886
Telephone (401) 732-5656 x428
Fax: (401) 738-8634
Groups available in Warwick
• Kent House
Mary Osborne (Contact: ED Degnan)
2020 Elmwood Avenue Warwick, RI 02888
Telephone: (401) 781-2700
Fax: (401) 781-2790
Groups available in Warwick
• RIBIP (Rhode Island Batterer Intervention Program)
George Sheehan
1052 Park Avenue Cranston, RI 02910
Telephone: (401) 275-5030
Fax: (401) 275-5031
Groups available in Bristol/Warren, Cranston, East Providence, Johnston/North Providence, Middletown/Newport, Pawtucket, Providence, Warwick, Westerly and Woonsocket
• Tri-Hab Domestic Abuse Project
Kevin Murphy
58 Hamlet Avenue Woonsocket, RI 02895
Telephone: (401) 765-4040
Fax: (401) 658-3757
Groups Available in Central Falls, Cranston, Providence, and Woonsocket
• Vantage Point
Kathleen Carty
1 James P Murphy Highway Suite 103
West Warwick, RI 02893
401-615-0648 office
401-615-9540 fax
Groups available in Coventry, Cranston, East Greenwich, Johnston, Pawtucket, Providence, Warren, Warwick, West Warwick, Westerly, and Woonsocket
Also, for more information visit our
Rhode Island Criminal Defense Blog.
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.
