Blog Posts in May, 2012

Warwick DUI - Serious Injury Sentence Imposed

As reported by Tony Gugliotta on the May 30, 2012 edition of channel 10 news, a Lincoln woman has been sentenced in a drunk driving – serious injury resulting case. In April of 2011, the woman caused a serious accident in Warwick , RI when the car she was driving crossed the road and crashed into another driver. The other driver and five (5) other passengers were injured. The woman was charged ...

Rhode Island Decriminalization of Marijuana Bill

As reported in the May 29, 2012 edition of the Providence Journal, a bill has been introduced at the Rhode Island General Assembly to decriminalize possession of marijuana in small quantities. The bill was introduced last year and failed. Pursuant to current Rhode Island General Laws 21-28-4.01(a) it shall be unlawful for any person to manufacture, deliver, or possess with intent to manufacture or ...

West Warwick Marijuana Sentence

As reported by Thomas Morgan in the May 24, 2012 edition of the Providence Journal, a West Warwick minister has been sentenced to eighteen (18) months in federal prison for possession of marijuana . The man is a license medical marijuana caregiver, which allows him to grow marijuana for patients. He was allowed to have twenty-four (24) plants but he was found with 183 plants when arrested by ...

Portsmouth DUI Charge Dismissed Prior to Trial

In March of 2012, our Client was stopped by the Portsmouth Police Department and charged with drunk driving . He submitted to the chemical test at the station and had readings over twice the legal limit. Attorney Humphrey raised legal arguments in the case regarding unlawful stop and lack of jurisdiction. Under current Rhode Island law, local police officers are limited to the jurisdictional ...

Warwick DUI Serious Injury Sentencing Delayed

As reported by Katie Davis in the May 16, 2012 edition of channel 10 news, the sentencing of a Warwick woman charged with DUI – serious injury resulting has been delayed. The woman was charged with five (5) counts of drunk driving – serious injury resulting and refusal to submit to a chemical test after a car crash last year. The woman has a previous OUI charge from Massachusetts. She is now ...

New Bedford Robbery & Assault Arrest

As reported in the May 22, 2012 edition of the Providence Journal, two (2) New Bedford women have been arrested in connection with robbery of a ninety-three (93) year old woman. The two women assaulted the elderly woman by knocking her to the ground and took her purse. The women have been charged with robbery and aggravated assault. Pursuant to Rhode Island General Laws 11-39-1, first degree ...

Cyber Sentence in New Jersey

As reported in national news, a former Rutgers student has been sentenced in connection with a cyberharassment related death. The student's roommate committed suicide after the student posted webcam footage of his roommate with another man. The student was charged with bias intimidation and invasion of privacy and was convicted by a jury in March. The Judge sentenced him to thirty (30) days ...

South Kingstown Alcohol Offense Charges Dismissed

In February of 2012, our Client was charged by the South Kingstown Police Department with transportation of alcohol by a minor . Our Client was arrested after the car he was driving was stopped by police. Pursuant to Rhode Island General Laws 3-8-9, transportation of alcohol by a minor is defined as: Any person who has not reached his or her twenty-first (21st) birthday and who operates a motor ...

Rhode Island Supreme Court Issues Drunk Driving Decision

In May of 2012, the Rhode Island Supreme Court issued its decision in Gushlaw v. Milner . The case involved drunk driving and social host liability . An underage man and his friend drove together to a party where the man had alcohol. His friend then drove the man back to his car. While driving home the man was involved in a fatal car accident, killing himself and another driver. The family of the ...

Providence Sexual Assault Allegation Against Cop

As reported by Gregory Smith in the May 9, 2012 edition of the Providence Journal, a Providence police officer has been accused of sexual assault . The alleged victim made a report after being treated at the hospital. The case is currently under investigation and the officer has not been charged with sexual assault. The officer is suspended while the charge is being investigated. Pursuant to Rhode ...

Johnston Theft Crimes & Grave Desecration Arrest

As reported by Amanda Milkovits in the May 7, 2012 edition of the Providence Journal, a Johnston man has been arrested and charged with felony larceny over $500.00 , receiving stolen goods and grave desecration. The man is accused of stealing bronze vases from gravesites and then selling them for scrap metal. The man has a lengthy criminal record including arrests for domestic assault and other ...

Providence Nightclub Fight Leads to Five Arrests

As reported by Felice Freyer in the May 7, 2012 edition of the Providence Journal, a fight broke out at local Providence nightclub. Five (5) people were arrested and charged with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest. This incident is the latest episode involving violence at nightclubs. Earlier this month, an incident at Monet Lounge involved numerous people and multiple injuries. On Easter ...

Congressman's Brother Arrested for DUI in Bristol

As reported by Maria Armental in the May 4, 2012 edition of the Providence Journal, the Bristol Police Department arrested Congressman Cicilline's brother for drunk driving and refusal to submit to a chemical test . He was stopped after he was observed running through a stop sign and speeding. He also failed the field sobriety tests . Pursuant to Rhode Island General Laws 31-27-2, drunk driving is ...

Attorney Humphrey Law Day Lecture - Newport, RI

I am once again honored to have had the opportunity to present with Judge Taft-Carter and Attorney Kimberly Petta, the Rhode Island Law Day program at the Newport County Courthouse. The Rhode Island Law Day program is sponsored by the Rhode Island Bar Association and focused upon First Amendment issues. Our presentation discussed free speech, its protections and the ability of government to limit ...

Warwick Arrests Two for Drunk Driving Following Cruiser Accident

As reported by Maria Armental in the May 3, 2012 edition of the Providence Journal, the Warwick Police Department have arrested two (2) people and charged both with drunk driving and refusal to submit to a chemical test . One man was involved in an accident with a pole. While a police officer was on the scene of that accident, a woman crashed into the police officer's cruiser. The officer was not ...

Connecticut Cyberharassment Trial Begins

As reported in the May 3, 2012 edition of the Providence Journal, a Connecticut woman has been charged with cyberharassment . She is accused of posting journal entries of her boyfriend's teenage daughter online. The journals contained details regarding sexual activity and underage drinking . A jury is currently being selected as the case prepares for trial. Pursuant to Rhode Island General Laws ...