At The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett, me and my team understand that pretrial release isn't just about whether someone stays in jail before trial — it's about fairness, public safety, and protecting a defendant's rights. Over the past several years, Massachusetts has reformed its pretrial releas...
At The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett, me and my team believe that knowledge is power — especially when it comes to navigating the criminal justice system in Massachusetts. One of the most important factors shaping a defendant's experience is the overall volume and trends in criminal court filing...
Case Overview At The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett, me and my team handle some of the most serious criminal allegations a person can face. In this case, our client was charged with Second Degree Sex Assault in Washington County District Court, Rhode Island, following an investigation by the Uni...
Case Overview At The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett, me and my team understand that criminal charges can sometimes arise from misunderstandings rather than criminal intent. In this case, our client was charged with Trespassing in Wrentham District Court following a football game at Gillette Stad...
At The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett, me and my team regularly defend clients facing complex financial and cyber-related criminal allegations. In this case, our client — a California-based businessman — was charged in Dedham District Court with Larceny Over $1,200 by False Pretenses and Receivin...
Freight Cargo Theft in Rhode Island & Massachusetts: A Growing Threat to Businesses At The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett, we continue to monitor the rise in freight cargo theft affecting businesses and carriers throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Cargo theft — including high-value freigh...
Why OUI Arrests Increase Around the Holidays As the Thanksgiving season approaches, police departments across Rhode Island intensify patrols and public messaging about the dangers of impaired driving. With larger gatherings, late-night travel, and alcohol-focused celebrations, law enforcement of...
Case Overview At The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett, me and my team are committed to challenging weak evidence and protecting the rights of those accused of driving offenses. In this recent case out of Fall River District Court, our client faced charges of Operating Under the Influence (OUI) and...
Case Overview At The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett, me and my team are dedicated to helping clients clear their names and move forward, even years after a charge has been filed. In this case, our client faced an Operating Under the Influence (OUI) charge out of Natick District Court, stemming f...
Case Overview At The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett, me and my team understand that not every confrontation should result in a criminal record. In this recent case out of Dedham District Court, our client faced charges of Assault and Battery and Breaking and Entering into an Automobile after a b...
Case Overview At The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett, me and my team take pride in defending those who dedicate their lives to helping others. In this recent case out of Brockton District Court, our client — an employee at a mental health hospital — was wrongfully charged with assault and battery...
Recent news out of Massachusetts has highlighted an alarming surge in child exploitation arrests across the state. As reported in a large-scale joint investigation led by Massachusetts State Police, more than 50 individuals were arrested in connection with offenses including possession of child p...
Written by Attorney Kensley Barrett March 28th, 2025 Individuals crossing an international border, such as Boston Logan International or TF Green International, into the United States may be subject to a search of their electronic devices—even without a warrant or reasonable suspicion. Under the...
In Rhode Island, the government recognizes certain types of assault on persons over the age of 60 to merit their own category under the law. As such, there are four types of assault on the books specifically detailing conduct that is criminal, in part, because the victim has reached the age of 60...
In Rhode Island, there are more than two dozen ways one can commit an assault under the criminal code. Below we discuss some of the more common assault offenses. For an introduction to assault and battery, please see our previous blog post on the subject. Domestic Abuse by Strangulation Domesti...
When someone is convicted of a crime, there are direct consequences, which can include a fine, probation, jail time, or prison time. In many cases, a combination of these consequences is imposed by the court. But these are the only consequences one might face as the result of a criminal ...
Perjury is a criminal offense in Rhode Island, and understanding what constitutes perjury is important for anyone who is about to testify. Making a mistake while testifying in front of a judge can lead to criminal charges. In Rhode Island, perjury is governed by Statute § 11 – 33 – 1. In Rhode I...
Rhode Island has a law prohibiting “unreasonable noise levels.” Rhode Island's law prohibits “unreasonable, excessive and annoying noise levels.” What sounds are “annoying” may arguably be in the ears of the beholder. However, the law provides some guidance as to what qualifies as illegal noise. ...
In the state of Rhode Island, there are several different types of conduct that constitute first-degree murder. One of these, felony murder, has been previously discussed in our blog. Another type of first-degree murder is known as "premeditated murder." The Elements of First Degree Premeditated...
When someone is charged with a crime in the state of Rhode Island, the consequences one might face vary with the severity of the charges. Under Rhode Island Statute § 11 – 1 -2, there are four different types of charges one might face in criminal law. These include the following: Felonies, Mi...
It's summertime. From little league to horse racing to amateur boxing, there are plenty of opportunities to hang out and enjoy the summer weather while taking in a sporting event. Depending on one's allegiance to the players or the sport in general, it may be natural to hope one side wins over th...
Entrapment is one of the most frequently misunderstood defenses to criminal charges. We break it down here in a general sense. Required Precursors to an Entrapment Charge In entrapment defense claims, the government must first show the defendant committed the crime. If the government can't prov...
The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution, as well as Article I, Section 6 of the Rhode Island Constitution, offers people certain privacy guarantees. While some of the words are slightly different, the intent of both amendments is the same. Rhode Island's version states: The right ...
In Rhode Island, the Domestic Violence Prevention Act details the consequences people face when convicted of a crime of domestic violence. These are consequences over and above the consequences one might face for any criminal conviction, which typically include a fine and jail or prison time. Be...
In the State of Rhode Island, arson is charged by degree, with first-degree arson being most serious, and seventh-degree arson being the least serious arson offense. Understanding the conduct and the charges that may arise out of such conduct may prevent someone from being charged with a crime. I...
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