Our client faced criminal charges in Rhode Island for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (DUI) and Refusing to Submit to a Chemical Test. Both offenses carry mandatory penalties, including license suspension, fines, alcohol counseling,DUI school, and community service.
Additionally, DUI is classified as a misdemeanor criminal charge in Rhode Island.
Immediately, we requested and reviewed the discovery to prepare for our client’s court date. Our attorneys then had discussions with the prosecutor regarding the charges. We emphasized inconsistencies and presented arguments and evidence that we were prepared to introduce at trial.
Our attorneys identified legal issues with the case and after multiple negotiations the prosecutor agreed to amend the DUI charge to Reckless Driving for our client, which resulted in the dismissal of the Refusal to Submit to a Chemical Test charge. As a result, our client avoided having a criminal conviction and an alcohol related offense on their record as well as additional suspension time, fines and fees, community service and alcohol treatment.
Attorney David Ellison is the Founding Attorney of Ellison Law LLC.
Attorney Allyson Quay is an Associate Attorney for Ellison Law LLC.
Attorney Justin Lisi is an Associate Attorney for Ellison Law LLC.
Laurie Ellison is the Operations Manager for Ellison Law LLC. She is a Certified Public Accountant.
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