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Rhode Island Criminal Defense Lawyer

What is the Difference Between a Misdemeanor and Felony Crime?

The main difference between these two criminal offenses will be the severity of the penalties. Misdemeanor crimes are punishable for up to one (1) year imprisonment and up to $1,000.00 fine, whereas a felony crime is punishable by more than one (1) year imprisonment and more than $1,000.00 fine. If you have been charged with a misdemeanor or felony crime, be sure to contact a hard-hitting criminal lawyer without delay. 

Attorney Robert H. Humphrey has 30 years of experience in the general practice of law and has represented a large number of clients successfully in DUI and other criminal defense matters ranging from capital offenses to simple misdemeanors and traffic violations. He is exceptionally qualified to represent individuals accused of all types of offenses, including but not limited to the criminal defense of felonies & misdemeanors, including the most serious of all charges, murder.

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Testimonials

    "Attorney Humphrey was wonderful."
    This past summer I was arrested by the Rhode Island State Police for drunk driving. I had never been arrested before and was terrified of the outcome. I wanted a skilled attorney who had experience defending DUI cases. Attorney Humphrey was wonderful. Through his hard work and dedication, I avoided a criminal conviction and I never lost my driver's license. Although it was an unfortunate experience, I am the person who had the privilege of being represented by Attorney Humphrey.
    - Alan
    "Attorney Humphrey! I truly couldn't have asked for a better person to represent me."
    Thank you so much, Attorney Humphrey! I truly couldn't have asked for a better person to represent me. Having you as my lawyer took away a tremendous amount of stress from this situation, which allowed me to learn and grow from my mistake. It is a great relief to put all of this behind me and move forward. So thank you again and have a great day!
    - Abby
    "I cannot emphasize enough how much Robert did for my son and our family."
    When my college student son informed me that he had been implicated in a sexual assault involving another college student in Providence, I was extremely concerned. I contacted a local Massachusetts attorney who referred me to Attorney Robert H. Humphrey because of his reputation in the area of sexual assault defense. During my initial meeting with Robert and Attorney Petta from his office, my son and I were immediately put at ease. Based on his experience representing college students involved in criminal cases, the case was quickly and successfully resolved. I cannot emphasize enough how much Robert did for my son and our family. I highly recommend him to any parent who college-aged child runs afoul of the law.
    - Paul
    "Contacting Attorney Humphrey was the call that not only saved my license but also saved my career."
    I was visiting family in Rhode Island when I was charged with both drunk driving and refusal to submit to a chemical test. Fortunately, a relative referred me to Attorney Robert Humphrey and told me he was considered by Rhode Island Police to be the best DUI lawyer in the State. As a result of his reputation and knowledge in the area of drunk driving and refusal defense, both the refusal charge before the RITT and the drunk driving charge before the 6 th Division District Court were dismissed prior to trial. I never sustained a criminal conviction and I never lost my license. Contacting Attorney Humphrey was the call that not only saved my license but also saved my career.
    - Amanda
    "I would highly recommend you to anyone who needs a great DUI lawyer."
    I am a teacher for adults with special needs. Being charged by the South Kingstown police with a DUI could have made keeping my employment very difficult. Thank you for getting the DUI charge dismissed so quickly. I would highly recommend you to anyone who needs a great DUI lawyer.
    - Haley
    "I really appreciate everything that you did for me."
    A great day of golf ended when I was stopped by the North Smithfield Police and charged with DUI. I appreciate your ability to get the DUI charge dismissed. Although this was an unpleasant situation, I really appreciate everything that you did for me.
    - Frank
    "I have met very few people in my life who are as competent and caring as the both of you."
    I know I have said this so many times, but I hope you both you and Attorney Petta know how much I appreciate all that you have done for me. I was a complete stranger yet you both were there for me during such a disturbing and extremely emotional time. Thank you for your kindness, professionalism, and trustworthiness. I have met very few people in my life who are as competent and caring as the both of you.
    - Noel
    "We would highly recommend Attorney Humphrey to any parent of a college student."
    I was shocked when my daughter called me and told me that she had been charged with transportation of alcohol by a minor by Narragansett Police because my daughter never gets into trouble and does not use alcohol. If anything, she is always the friend who is available to pick up and drive home her friends when they have had too much to drink. She was unaware that driving a friend who is 21 years of age with alcohol in her car could result in criminal charges against her. We found Attorney Humphrey online and he explained the charges to us and the potential penalties. He expertly resolved my daughter’s case so the charges were dismissed and she did not receive a criminal record. We would highly recommend Attorney Humphrey to any parent of a college student.
    - Mike G.

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