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Q: someone parked their car on my property ,6 month i haven't seen her so i towed it Can i get in trouble

Last year i let someone park their unregistered car on my property for $ 20 a month but for the last 6 months i haven't heard from her so i had her car towed .Now 30 day's after i had the car towed she show's up wanting her car.Now she called the police because i had her car... View More

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Mar 27, 2015

When you have a problem like this, it is best to see an attorney and retain them to assist you. The contract that you signed will be most important in delineating your rights. be sure to bring that with you when you meet with an attorney.

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Q: i was stopped shoplifting N i ran but they got the license plate BUT IT ALSO wasnt my car it was a friend of mines

They called my friend questioning her about me she said she doesnt know who it is! The police said if she doesnt say who it is they will

Issue a warrent they sent her pics she still insist she doesnt know who it is an now he is saying he will be investigating an she will be charged with... View More

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Mar 27, 2015

When you have a problem like this, it is best to see a criminal court attorney and retain them to assist you.

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Q: If a police reads you your rights but lets you go and 3-4 weeks later never arrested you what does that mean?
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Feb 6, 2015

This could mean anything .. or possibly nothing. Make an appointment to meet with an attorney practicing Criminal Law and discus the particulars in private to get a professional opinion.

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Q: What to do if police will not give us A no trespass form
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Nov 30, 2014

If the situation continues and this person is a threat - or harassing you, speak to a lawyer and discuss restraining orders.

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Q: Is it true after 7months of being charged with intent to deliver,and they seized my car,does it get dismissed?
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jul 15, 2014

Speak to you attorney to be sure you get (confidential) reliable advice under the particular circumstances. There is not enough information (nor should there be - here on a public bulletin board) to answer this question.

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Q: being charged with simple assault on an officer resisting arrest and an argument with my boyfriend which got them there

and domestic on my boyfriend and obstructing justice court on Friday would I be smart to have my bf stay away or go in to try to help get the dv charge removed.i had a problem that was filed 5 months ago to do with just the officer which now may come up . we want to live back home but should we... View More

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jul 15, 2014

Retain an attorney to assist you. These matters are generally rather complex and best not addressed in an open internet chat board.

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Q: what exact info is required to register as an offender in ri
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jun 11, 2014

Assuming you mean Sex offender(as I know of no other registration requirements), your parole office should have all the details for you. see: http://www.paroleboard.ri.gov/documents/SEXUAL%20OFFENDER%20COMMUNITY%20NOTIFICATION%20-%20FINAL%202012.pdf for full details

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Q: A 35 yr old was convicted on three felonies when 18. Clean ever since. Can his record be cleaned for job purposes?
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on May 14, 2014

Unfortunately not with the statutes as they now read:

TITLE 12

Criminal Procedure

CHAPTER 12-1.3

Expungement of Criminal Records

SECTION 12-1.3-2

§ 12-1.3-2 Motion for expungement. – (a) Any person who is a first offender may file a motion for...
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Q: Is a defense attorney obligated to turn over inculpatory evidence to the prosecutor?
James J Bagley
James J Bagley
answered on Apr 24, 2013

No. The Brady case and it's progeny requires Prosecutors to turn over exculpatory evidence. A Defense lawyer cannot lie or allow their client knowingly to lie on the stand or present a false claim. If the Defense Lawyer finds out their client intends to lie and cannot dissuade them the... View More

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Q: Is there a good chance that someone can be judged innocent if he has been diagnosed with a mental illness?

My fiance is currently incarcerated. he has a history of minor violent crimes and i currently has charged pending felony assault and simple assault domestic. He has not been seeking help with his mentally illness or taking any pescribed pills. but now he is.

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Mar 21, 2013

This is an excellent topic for him to discuss with his attorney. Innocence is a different concept from legal competence and his attorney will have explained all of this to him before the court hearing.

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Q: What is the standard in RI to have a case prosecuted
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Feb 25, 2013

It varies based on the type and nature of the particular case.

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Q: My stepkids accused my wife of a crime

When she went to the police station she was immediately taken to an interrogation.

In the room where she was questioned by three police officers and two detectives, she told them she didn't do anything, and they said they had proof she wasn't telling the truth.

But they... View More

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Feb 16, 2013

These are critical questions she should be discussing with her Criminal Attorney.

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Q: Some one put foreign objects in a buffet line what law did he break
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jan 25, 2013

TITLE 21

Food And Drugs

CHAPTER 21-31

Rhode Island Food, Drugs, and Cosmetics Act

SECTION 21-31-10

§ 21-31-10 Adulterated food. – A food shall be deemed to be adulterated:

(1) If: (i) it bears or contains any poisonous or deleterious substance which may...
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Q: Lawyer adv. yesterday that I have a warrant of for my arrest from NKPD on shoplift chgs.Cannot afford fees.Pls advise th

I consulted with an attorney to see if there was a warrant out for my arrest. He called the police dept. and they confirmed yes. They are charging me with shoplifting from about a month ago. I cannot afford attorney fees-or atleast not the fees that he was charging. I am afraid to go to the police... View More

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jan 24, 2013

Talk to the Public Defenders office.

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Q: Rhode island narragnsett police department want me to take a voice stress analyzier, will they be able to use in court?
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jan 24, 2013

Do not consent to any tests before consulting with your attorney.

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Q: If someone puts charges on u in rhode island can they at any time go to the police station an drop the charges
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Dec 19, 2012

The prosecuting officers have discretion. If the complaining witness recant their testimony, it makes if very difficult for them to proceed. be warned however that such a maneuver may result in being charged with malicious prosecution. Consult with a criminal defense attorney to review the... View More

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Q: Can somebdy be charged with willful trespass if they did not know and they were not warned? state of R.I.
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Dec 19, 2012

the statute is found at: http://webserver.rilin.state.ri.us/Statutes/TITLE11/11-44/11-44-26.HTM

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Q: On probation and arrested for violation of a no contact , battery , and 3 diffrent assult charges how long in jail ?
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Dec 19, 2012

The Judge will be the one who decides "How Long." It is very dependent on the facts of the case. The best advice you will get is to get the best representation (Lawyer) you can.

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Q: Am I allowed to leave the state for family reasons while on probation
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Dec 3, 2012

You should speak with your attorney to petition the court for permission to travel.

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Q: If someone commits a crime while they are on probation what happens?
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Dec 3, 2012

http://www.myspace.com/reinvestinjustice/photos/455868 puts it rather bluntly. A §32F violation brings down the prior charge and wraps it with the pending charge. Speak to a Criminal Attorney soonest.

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