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I had a bad argument with my boyfriend while drunk one night, which resulted in me telling him to leave and calling the police. He has been charged with B&E, however he is on my rental lease. He can not afford a lawyer at this time, so he has decided to go with a public defender. He had court... View More 
answered on Sep 3, 2019
Cooperate with the attorney. Public defenders do a terrific job, and should follow through with their own investigation. The Rhode Island public defender has its own investigators. You can also communicate to the Attorney General that you do not wish to go forward with any complaint against your... View More
answered on Sep 2, 2019
Read the terms of the NCO carefully, but I suspect that you should have no problems paying his bail. BUT it might be a smart move to have a friend do it.
Put on a DV safe house with my son how can I get help to get another apartment since the attack happens at old one
answered on Mar 27, 2019
Work with you advocates at the DV safe house to continue your safety plan. Work with your attorney to establish sole custody to enable you to relocate.
answered on Dec 23, 2018
You (or he) needs an aggressive attorney. If you are the complaining witness, you can cooperate with that attorney and let the prosecutor know that you do not wish to go forward with any charges. Sorry I cannot be more specific, but this question requires more details about the facts. Good luck... View More
Can one individual have 2 NCO’s against the same individual in Rhode Island??
answered on Aug 22, 2018
If you have not been charged by information or indictment in the superior court within six months of your first appearance in district court, your attorney can move to have the district court complaint dismissed. But that does not mean your case is over. The Attorney General can still file an... View More
I am the victim don't remember how long the restraining order
answered on Jun 11, 2018
You may find the information you seek on the public portal. https://publicportal.courts.ri.gov/PublicPortal/
answered on Jun 1, 2018
It could be a felony. The fact you have ‘never been in trouble’ before is relevant at sentencing, but not in the decision to charge you. You need to have a private discussion with a lawyer who you retain to defend you and explore ways to defeat the charge or mitigate any punishment. I hope... View More
My father my grandfather were just involved in a domestic violence incident where my dad restrained him because he came after My Dad and I got out a hand my dad is on probation He is on probation but he’s been doing so good the last three years his fines almost paid off he’s on unsupervised... View More
answered on May 12, 2018
You cannot ‘drop’ charges once the police file them. You can help your father by getting him a lawyer who can work with the prosecutor and make sure that he or she knows you were not injured and you don’t want to go forward. An experienced lawyer will make a big difference here, but you... View More
answered on Apr 9, 2018
You can try. Without the facts, it’s hard to say if you will be succeed. If you were found not guilty, it doesn’t mean you you didn’t do it. It means the prosecutor couldn’t prove it. That’s the same burden the prosecutor faces in a new case. You might want to have a private... View More
I leant my daughter money to pay her rent for a few months a couple years ago. She promised to pay it back with this income tax return, when she txd me the day before to come in the morning, we got into a tif about the amount. So I got to her house around 10 am she asked only I come up and not... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2018
The penalty is up to a year in jail and counseling if you have no prior domestic convictions. You really need to engage a lawyer in private to discuss defenses or alternatives. Good luck to you.
That was about 1 1/2 years ago and now he's. Sending me to court to see my daughter is it to late to report it I don't feel safe with him seeing my daughter
answered on Apr 2, 2018
It’s not too late. But you need to consult with a family law attorney. If he is the father of your child, you stills have the right to mak the court aware of his behavior and to ask for limits or restrictions on visitation with your child. You should contact a lawyer ASAP. Good luck.
My girlfriend even told the cops that no assault occurred
answered on Feb 5, 2018
The police can still charge you with a domestic violence crime even without the “victim” being on board, if they believe there is enough evidence. You should contact an attorney to coordinate your surrender and arraignment, as you could be held at the ACI as a bail violator if you are already... View More
Their has been other incidents as well of verbal
Abuse in front of her don’t know what to do she has came home scared and crying uncontrollably on numerous occasions I don’t want to send her till I can get a court date would I be held in contempt for keeping her away ?
answered on Jan 11, 2018
Talk to the attorney you retained to file the motion that the court will hear. They will be most familiar with your specific facts to advise you.
Somebody called the police. They took me to jail. After 3 hours I paid $50 and they left me go because no one had bruises or signal of violence. They told me my wife didn't present charges but the city. Now I have to go to court with a Judge. What should I expect during this appointment. I... View More
answered on Jan 11, 2018
You should absolutely consult with and hire a lawyer. You are being charged with a domestic violence crime. Prosecutors and judges take these crimes very seriously and the penalties can include jail time, counseling, and the no contact order with your wife.
After few months of not contacting the child, can that parent stop other parent from taking child out of the country? Can one parent stop other parent from seeing the child from other country, if that parent cannot stay here? what if other parent has no job and cannot afford attorney to take to... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2017
That's quite a few questions. Depending on the travel of your case and any orders now in effect, the answers will vary. Meet with a family court attorney in private to go over the documents and evaluate your options.
We have tried legal services and the volunteer lawyer program. We don't not have the money as we are in a fixed income please help thank you
answered on Nov 22, 2017
Unfortunately, the demand for Pro Bono Legal services exceeds supply by profound proportions.
answered on Oct 19, 2017
Work with the advocates at the courthouse. You may qualify for a no cost attorney from legal services. Good Luck.
Will I have to wait till after the Pre- trial Con?
answered on Sep 6, 2017
To best present your case in the court, a licensed, experienced, practicing attorney is one means to make sure you get the matter properly before the judge.
violence by a former girlfriend. She contacted him to take a ride and "talk". She didn't like what he had to say (he had moved on and had another relationship) and began to throw things and hit him while he was driving. He held her wrist to keep control of the vehicle. Once at her... View More
answered on Sep 6, 2017
If he has an attorney, he will be well advised. Part of that advice may include a review of his right to remain silent and not discuss the matter in public, or in any manner that may damage his case. He should consult with his attorney privately to address these concerns.
My boyfriend was previously arrested for domestic vandalism for kicking my car and for violating a no contact order as we were pulled over together a month later. A 3rd offense can really ruin his life and career and I would like case dismissed. What can be done? And what are the potential... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2017
It may be time to find a new boyfriend. . . one without criminal record perhaps. One who respects you and does not need a restraining order. One who does not violate restraining orders and commit vandalism, maybe? If the state prevails, he may find himself a guest of the adult correctional... View More
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