Yes, in many cases. Rhode Island offers diversion and deferred-sentence options for qualifying shoplifting defendants, especially first-time offenders. Completing diversion typically results in dismissal and eligibility for [...]
Often, yes. First-time offenders with no prior record are frequently eligible for diversion, pre-trial dismissal, or reduction to a non-criminal disposition. Bank & Munns works aggressively to [...]
Under Rhode Island law, shoplifting of merchandise valued at more than $100 can be charged as a felony. Amounts at or below that threshold are typically charged [...]
Bail in Rhode Island is set either by a bail commissioner at the police station or by a judge at arraignment. Options include personal recognizance, cash bail, [...]
Booking typically involves fingerprinting, a mugshot, collection of personal information, and a search. You may be held until bail is set or until arraignment the next court [...]
In most cases, yes. Bail is set by a judge and depends on the severity of the charge, your record, and flight risk. Certain serious felonies can [...]
