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Rhode Island Resisting Arrest Lawyer

If you have been charged with resisting arrest, you need to talk to a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible.

Resisting arrest is defined as a person interfering with an officer's attempt to perform a lawful arrest. There are varying degrees that can leave you facing misdemeanor or felony charges, depending on your actions. You can be charged with misdemeanor resisting arrest if you run or hide from the law enforcement member that is pursuing you. Felony resisting arrest is when someone acts violently toward the officer or threatens to act violently. These acts are not taken lightly and will be added alongside the charges you were already facing to trigger the arrest.

Penalties for Resisting Arrest in Rhode Island

The state of Rhode Island has deemed it unlawful to use force or any kind of weapon in an attempt to resist arrest by an officer. If you do, you will be looking at major consequences, including payment of fines and time in jail. Fines can cost anywhere between $500 and $1,000 and you could spend up to one year in jail as well.

You may also be put on probation, which would require you to regularly meet with a probation officer. While on probation, there are other terms and conditions you will have to meet, such as attending counseling. Disobeying these terms will be a violation of your probation, which will lead to further legal troubles for you. And you could be required to complete a set amount of hours of community service. This is often included as part of a probation agreement and will require you to work at court-appointed organizations.

Have You Been Accused of Resisting Arrest?

If you or someone you know has been accused of resisting arrest in Rhode Island, your next move should be to consult with an attorney right away. Many people mistakenly decide not to hire an attorney to help with their criminal cases, which will not result in a favorable outcome for you. There are defense strategies that can be used in resisting arrest cases in order to get the charges lowered or dropped completely. An experienced criminal defense lawyer will know these strategies and will be able to put them to use for you.

Kensley Barrett is that attorney. Kensley has years of experience working in the criminal defense field. He's handled a variety of cases for his clients and has helped many of them win their cases. He can help do the same for you. If you choose to hire Kensley, he will conduct an investigation into your case to determine the best way to defend you in court. His primary goal is always to keep his clients out of jail and minimize the negative impact criminal charges can have on their lives.

To schedule a consultation with him, contact our office today. You can discuss your case and figure out what the next step is in taking on your charges. This initial consultation is free and you have no obligation to hire Kensley after meeting with him. However, you will feel confident in knowing he's the right attorney to take your case head on. Don't waste any time. Now is the time to contact Kensley and get him involved in your case as soon as possible.

Kensley Barrett

Our law firm was founded on the belief that working with us is more than just hiring a lawyer. Working with us will bring you peace of mind and also allow you to continue with your regular life while we attend to your legal matters. Our vast experience means that it allows us to excel in both aggressively representing your interests and generating the best possible result for you.

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