If you have been charged with a first offense DUI in Rhode Island, you are likely uncertain as to how the court process works or what type of penalties the court might impose if you are convicted.  The best person to discuss your concerns with is an experienced Rhode Island DUI Defense Attorney. ...

We are pleased to announce the dismissal of felony drug charges pending against a Client dating back to 2012.  Our Client was arrested in Newport County in December of 2012 and charged with possession of prescription drugs including (1) Amphetamine, (2) Dextro-Amphetamine, (3) Gabapentin, (4) Clo...

A recent article in the Providence Journal discussed the Providence Police Departments renewed efforts to curb drunk driving.  The article, Drive drunk at your peril: Providence intensifies crackdown on DUI violators, discusses several major changes that the Providence Police will be implementing...

During the early morning hours on Saturday, a driver failed to halt during a traffic stop.  After finally stopping, the operator exited the vehicle and pointed a weapon at the officers.  The Cranston Police Officers opened fire, and the suspect sustained non-life threatening injuries.  To read mo...

On Friday, an Ipswich police officer was arraigned on domestic violence charges.  Specifically, he was charged with four counts assault and battery, malicious destruction of property, and intimidation of a witness.  Domestic violence charges can be brought against anyone.  If you find yourself fa...

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Over the St. Patrick's Day Holiday weekend, the Rhode Island State Police arrested and charged twelve individuals with Driving Under the Influence (RI DUI First Offense).  Those arrests spanned the State, from Richmond to Providence.  However, the vast majority of the arrests were made in Newport...

A question that is frequently asked by potential clients is whether they can expunge a prior felony offense.  While the question may seem straightforward, such a determination can be difficult.  First, your felony charge must be adjudicated.  Pending criminal charges, whether they be felony or mi...

We are pleased to report that yesterday morning charges of misdemeanor simple assault and battery pending against a Client wereDISMISSED in the Rhode Island District Court.  The Client had been facing a misdemeanor charge of simple assault and battery for allegedly assaulting two women.  Accordin...

Rhode Island DUI charges pending against a Client were dismissed today in the Fourth Division District Court in Wakefield, Rhode Island.  The charge, DUI with blood alcohol content between 0.10 and 0.15, was completely dismissed after the Defense successfully argued that the breath test was impro...

Earlier this week, a Client facing a Rhode Island DUI charge with BAC Over 0.15 had his charge reduced on the day of trial.  The First Offense DUI charge was reduced to Reckless Driving.  Instead of facing the mandatory penalties required by Rhode Island's DUI laws (including a 3 to 12 month loss...

A frequent question asked by many people who have been charged drunk driving in Rhode Island is whether they can have the charge expunged.  While Rhode Island has some of the most liberal expungement laws in the Country, not every criminal case can be expunged.  The quickest way to determine if y...

The Rhode Island State Police announced on Monday that five individuals had been arrested and charged with a DUI in Rhode Islandover the past weekend.  In each case, the motorist submitted to a breathalyzer which resulted in breath test results in excess of 0.15, leading to charges of first offen...

Last week the Rhode Island State Police charged a Providence man with DUI and driving without a license after he sideswiped a State Police Cruiser in downtown Providence.  Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident.  Back at the State Police barracks the Providence man submitted to a breatha...

The Westerly Police Department made five arrests in a month-long investigation of a crack cocaine distribution operation. Four of the five arrested were held without bail at their arraignment in the 4th Division District Court while the other was released on surety bail.  The charges brought incl...

A bill pending in the Rhode Island Legislature would ban anyone convicted of a crime of domestic violence from buying a gun.  The bill, if passed, would apply anyone convicted of domestic violence charges, including misdemeanor domestic violence charges.  Under Rhode Island law, those charges inc...

Earlier this week the North Smithfield Police Department charged an employee of the Department of Public Works with misdemeanor larceny for stealing snow skis from a truck.  The skis were valued at approximately $1,200 and the employee is scheduled for an arraignment in the Kent County District C...

On Wednesday February 19th, a Woonsocket man was sentenced to two years in Federal prison and ten years probation upon his release for possession of child pornography.  A U.S. Naval Criminal Investigative Service investigation lead to an IP address in Woonsocket.  A search of the residence lead t...

Attorney Matthew Marin is pleased to announce the DISMISSAL of chemical test refusal charges pending against a client at the Rhode Island Traffic Tribunal.  In the case, the Client had been followed by individuals who called 911 and reported her vehicle's purported erratic driving.  Once parked s...

Attorney Matthew Marin is pleased to announce a NOT GUILTY VERDICT on behalf of a Client facing criminal assault charges brought by the Cranston Police Department.  In the case, the Client had allegedly assaulted an older gentleman at a local bar after a disagreement.  On Thursday January 24th, a...

Attorney Matthew Marin announces the reduction of DUI charges pending against a client in the Providence District Court.  On Friday September 13th, the charges were reduced from driving under the influence (DUI) to reckless driving.  In exchange, the client agreed to stay out of trouble for one y...

Attorney Matthew Marin announces the successful suppression of breath test results in a case pending in the Providence District Court.  In a hearing on Friday the 16th, a District Court Judge ruled that the arresting officer had failed to comply with the Rhode Island Department of Health Rules an...

If you or a loved one is facing a Rhode Island DUI Charge or a Rhode Island Breathalyzer Refusal Charge, contact Attorney Matthew Marin today for a free, confidential consultation regarding your case.  We are available 24/7 at 401-228-8271.  For more information, visit our Website.

As of April 1st, 2013, the State of Rhode Island significantly altered the penalties for marijuana possession.  The largest alteration involves the decriminilization of the possession of less than one ounce of marijuana.  The penalties for marijuana possession can be seen below:First (and Second)...

Attorney Matthew T. Marin announces a NOT GUILTY verdict for a client facing the charge of refusal to submit to a chemical breath test. If you need assistance or are facing Rhode Island Drunk Driving or Breathalyzer Refusal Charges, contact Attorney Matthew T. Marin at 401-228-8271 [email protected]