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Rhode Island Domestic Assault: Charges, Penalties, and Defenses
A domestic assault arrest can change your living situation, your contact with family, and your ability to return home before…
Can Domestic Violence Charges Be Dropped in Rhode Island?
A domestic violence arrest in Rhode Island can leave two people with very different ideas about what should happen next.…
How Long Does a No Contact Order Last in Rhode Island?
A Rhode Island no-contact order does not carry a single, standard expiration date. How long it stays in effect depends…
Rhode Island’s Disorderly Conduct Statute and Penalties: RIGL 11-45-1 Explained
What a Rhode Island Disorderly Conduct Charge Can Mean A disorderly conduct arrest can start with conduct that seemed minor…
Can Police Search Your Car for Drugs in Rhode Island?
Being stopped by the police can be stressful enough, but it can be especially so if officers suspect you of…
How to Get a Restraining Order in Rhode Island: Complete Guide
No one deserves to live in fear or feel unsafe in their own home, workplace, or community. When boundaries are…
Rhode Island Drug Diversion Program: Can First-Time Drug Charges Be Dismissed?
Facing a drug charge can be overwhelming as it is, but it can be especially stressful for first‑time offenders, who…
Rhode Island Search and Seizure Laws: Complete Guide 2026
Many people would probably agree that having their vehicle stopped and searched by the police, or being the subject of…
Rhode Island Assault Weapons Ban: What Changed on July 1, 2026?
In June 2025, the governor signed an assault weapons ban into law. It went into effect on July 1, 2026.…
Attorney David Ellison Earns 2026 Professional Excellence in Law Recognition
We are delighted to share that Attorney David Ellison has been selected to the 2026 Rhode Island Monthly Professional Excellence…
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