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If you are charged with a crime in Rhode Island, you have the right to take your case to trial. However, there is a possibility that the prosecutor will offer you a plea deal. Although accepting a plea deal counts as a conviction in your proceeding, it may allow you...
If you’re pulled over by an officer who has reason to believe you’re driving while intoxicated (DWI), the officer won’t charge you immediately. They might ask you to participate in roadside tests or have your blood alcohol content (BAC) measured. Refusing these tests...
Owning and carrying a gun are huge responsibilities. Some people collect firearms, while some might use them for protection or hunting. Regardless, the law has provisions on who can or cannot carry guns in Rhode Island. Rhode Island has no licensing qualifications for...
For Rhode Island authorities to charge a driver with driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs, the driver must be 21 years old or older and have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of at least .08%. However, it works a little differently for younger...
Field sobriety tests help establish probable cause when a law enforcement officer initiates a DUI arrest. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) standardized three of the most reliable tests. Rhode Island police officers who want to investigate a...
Driving under the influence is a serious offense that can carry stiff penalties according to state law. A DUI can affect one's professional and personal reputation, career, or college education. If you get a DUI in Rhode Island, it is important for you to be aware of...
A motorist in Rhode Island can be convicted of driving while under the influence if toxicology tests reveal that they were operating their motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher, but how long does a driver have to wait after consuming...
In Rhode Island, nurses must understand the seriousness and consequences of a drunk-driving conviction. Beyond the legal system, nurses can face disciplinary action from their employers and nursing boards. A drunk driving conviction can be devastating for a nurse...
Driving under the influence (DUI) in Rhode Island can have serious consequences. Despite continued efforts to raise awareness about the risks, many individuals still get behind the wheel after drinking. This decision leads to countless accidents and lives lost each...
Getting a DUI in Rhode Island has serious consequences. But when an airline pilot gets a DUI, it can ruin their career and cause them to lose their professional license. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has alcohol and drug regulations regarding airline...
