Rhode Island Tree Laws
They say the best neighbor is a big fence. But what happens when your neighbor’s tree causes damage or potential damage to your property? What rights do you have? Neighbors often squabble over “no mans land,” the area between neighboring properties. Often leading to simmering hostilities between neighbors that can last for years and sometimes […]
Breathalyzer Refusal – What Does the State Have to Prove?
What Does The State Have to Prove To Convict You of Breathalyzer Refusal in Rhode Island? Rhode Island Law gives you the right to have a speedy hearing to contest these charges. You have a right to have a hearing within 15 days. At that hearing the State needs to present evidence of the following: […]
The Colin Foote Act
Have you received four tickets within the past 18 months? If so, you may lose your license up to 2 years. The Colin Foote Act allows a Judge or Magistrate at the Rhode Island Traffic Tribunal to take away your license if they determine your continued operation of a motor vehicle would pose a substantial […]
Rhode Island DUI Penalties
DUI .08-.10 or Blood Presence of any Scheduled Controlled Substance Up to One (1) Year in Prison Fine $100-$300 $500 Highway Assessment Fine Loss of License 30 days up to 180 days Community Service 10-60 hours DUI School or Substance Abuse Counseling Possible Ignition Interlock System and/or Blood and Urine Testing DUI .10-.15 or Blood […]
Failed Breathalyzer Test, You Can Still Beat a DUI Charge
Failing a Breathalyzer Test does not mean you must plead Guilty to a DUI. The Law Office of Matthew L. LaMountain has years of handling DUI cases. As a former State DUI prosecutor and now a Rhode Island DUI Defense Attorney, I have handled thousands of DUI’s and Breathalyzer Refusal cases. My background and experience […]
Rhode Island Breathalyzer Refusal Penalties
First Offense Civil Offense (Not Criminal) Fine $200-$500 Community Service 10 – 60 Hours Loss of License 6 Months up to 1 Year DUI School or Alcohol or Substance Abuse Counseling $500 Highway Assessment Fee $200 Dept. of Health Fee Possible Ignition Interlock System and/or Blood and Urine Testing Second Offense Within 5 Years – […]
Failed DUI Blood Test, You Can Still Beat A DUI Charge
Failing a Blood Test does not mean you must plead Guilty to a DUI. An experienced Rhode Island DUI Defense Attorney will identify mistakes early in the case to get the case dismissed on legal technicalities. Attorney Matthew L. LaMountain will review whether there was adequate probable cause to stop your motor vehicle. If there was an issue with […]
How Long Does A DUI Stay On Your Record?
A DUI conviction is a life altering event. It will negatively impact your life through a loss of your driving record, possible incarceration, negative public record searches, job applications and even housing applications. However, there is hope to limit the damage. You may be eligible to have a DUI conviction expunged after 5 years. In […]
Rhode Island Drug Cases
Hire An Experienced RI Criminal Drug Defense Attorney Do not let an arrest for a drug related charge ruin your life. Just because you were charged with a crime does not mean you will be convicted. Call me now to discuss your case. As a former state prosecutor and now a Rhode Island Criminal Defense […]
Is It Worth Getting A Lawyer For A First Offense DUI?
When you are charged with a DUI, you may ask yourself if it is worth getting an attorney to fight your charges. The simple answer is YES. With a DUI conviction, you face possible Jail Time. In Rhode Island, a DUI is punishable by up to One (1) year in prison. You also face mandatory fines and assessments […]
