Misdemeanor Arrest Defense

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Misdemeanor Arrest Defense

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Yes!

Skip court and a warrant will likely be issued for your arrest.

If you have a conflict we can help.  You potentially have options.

Call today us today (401) 294-4555. We can help.

If you have a date in court for an arrest you probably do need an attorney.  Sorry, but it’s the truth.

Call today to discuss your options (401) 294-4555

An arraignment is your first official court appearance.

The judge will expect you to enter a plea – either guilty or not guilty.

You could appear on your own. But that is not advisable.  You need to know your rights. Your record going forward can depend on it.

Call today to discuss your options (401) 294-4555

Answer: Possibly

Every case is different. And every prosecutor is different. But we know the value of a case. We have years of experience in Washington County, Newport County, and Kent County.

We can help you. Call for a free consultation (401) 294-4555

Misdemeanor Arrest Defense Attorney

A misdemeanor arrest can happen to anyone. Our attorneys understand that any arrest can be emotional and embarrassing. Our lawyers can help – immediately

If you have been arrested in Washington County, Kent County, Newport County, or Providence County. for:

Disorderly Conduct

Simple Assault

Any Domestic offense: Simple Assault, Disorderly Conduct, VNCO

DUI or DWI

Or any other case scheduled for District Court you have been charged with a misdemeanor. Don’t go it alone – call Callaghan & Callaghan today!

The arrest only tells one side of the story. We want to tell your story.

Our attorneys understand the criminal justice system. We have been working in successfully defending misdemeanors for decades.

Put our experience for work for you today.

Contact us at (401) 294-4555

We work in all Rhode Island counties. We work in the Washington County and Kent County Courthouses on a daily basis.

Contact us for any arrest in:

  • South Kingstown
  • Narragansett
  • Charlestown
  • Westerly
  • Hopkinton
  • Exeter
  • East Greenwich
  • Warwick
  • Jamestown
  • Newport
  • Middletown
  • Portsmouth
  • Cranston
  • West Warwick
  • Coventry

Recent Successes in Misdemeanor Arrest Defense

Dismissal – Domestic Simple Assault – Washington County – October 2015

A husband called Callaghan & Callaghan after being charged with simple assault – domestic in Washington County. By working closely with client Callaghan & Callaghan devised a thoughtful alternative strategy to defend the client. Callaghan & Callaghan’s attorneys secured a dismissal of all charges. Client reunited with his wife, preserved employment, and all records of the arrest were expunged.

Criminal Trial

Last fall Callaghan & Callaghan defended a client in a simple assault trial in Washington County. Based on the police reports and apparent lack of reliable evidence Callaghan & Callaghan requested a trial. At trial the testimony and the presentation of evidence resulted in a not guilty finding for our client.

DUI

A Callaghan & Callaghan client recently was charged by a local police department with an alcohol related DUI charge. The reports showed that the client did not take the field sobriety tests. The town sought harsh sanctions despite an apparent lack of evidence. At trial the case was dismissed.

Criminal Matter- Larceny

Through extensive pre-trial negotiation with the Attorney General we were able to secure a dismissal of a felony larceny charge for a client. By identify weaknesses in the case, as well as emphasizing our client’s clean criminal history we were able to secure a dismissal of all felony charges as pre-trial.

Simple Assault

A disagreement between two parties resulted in criminal charges filed against our client. After pre-trial the matter was dismissed. Callaghan & Callaghan successfully argued that the town could not proceed with the case based on a constitutional issue.

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