After facing criminal charges, going through the Rhode Island criminal trial process and ultimately being convicted, you may feel pretty down and out. It is understandable. Believe it or not, your fight may not be over just yet. If you haven't been through it already,...
Federal charges of any kind are quite serious, including white collar crimes. Rhode Island readers may underestimate the serious nature of white collar crimes, assuming that the penalties will be less because no one got hurt or the persons responsible turned...
A Rhode Island man allegedly crashed into a police cruiser that was patrolling for drunk drivers. According to Turnto10.com, the Smithfield officer was part of Operation Rhode Island Blue Riptide, a group of law enforcement agencies working to decrease the number of...
In Rhode Island, medical marijuana is available to certain individuals who have specific medical conditions. The use of this drug is thought to help alleviate some of the symptoms associated with various diseases and disorders. In order to lawfully have medical...
As America has recently seen a shift in views toward marijuana, views regarding cocaine remain largely the same. Although common and easily accessible in the state of Rhode Island, cocaine generally has a negative reputation, with its high connection to other crimes....
Rhode Island residents like yourself may not know that simple traffic violations can stack up quickly, resulting in more of an impact on your life than you might have expected. At Lynch & Pine, we lay out all of the possible consequences of one or more traffic...
Rhode Island residents who are arrested for and charged with drug crimes understandably may be concerned about the penalties they may face if they are ultimately convicted of the offenses. In addition to criminal or legal consequences, however, many people must also...
Oftentimes, pressing situations can tempt drivers to accelerate at speeds well beyond posted speed limits. Despite such demanding situations, the law requires drivers to obey speeding signs and follow through with court procedures when they show neglect to such signs....
Drunk driving in Rhode Island can bring various penalties that may have a significant impact on your life. From your personal freedom to your right to drive, you may find it beneficial to confront these charges in the hopes of mitigating some of these penalties. One...
A highly controversial topic that has only gained traction over recent years, cannabis laws in America are ever-changing and researched continually. Marijuana is still seen as a Schedule I drug according to the federal Controlled Substances Act of 1970, but is more...