Rhode Island Felony Defense Lawyer

Fighting for Your Freedom in Serious Cases

If you’ve been charged with a felony in Rhode Island, you need an experienced and aggressive Rhode Island felony defense lawyer fighting for you right away. Felony charges are the most serious criminal accusations in the state — carrying the risk of years in prison, massive fines, loss of professional licenses, and a permanent criminal record. At Bank & Munns, we have successfully defended clients against the most serious criminal charges across the state. With over 1,300 five-star Google reviews, we are recognized as one of Rhode Island’s top felony defense firms.

Hire an Experienced Rhode Island Felony Defense Lawyer

Our attorneys combine decades of courtroom experience with a deep knowledge of Rhode Island prosecutors, judges, and courts. We don’t just negotiate pleas — we thoroughly investigate every detail, challenge unlawful police conduct and evidence, and fight aggressively for dismissals, charge reductions, or acquittals at trial.

Common Rhode Island Felony Charges & Penalties We Defend

At Bank & Munns, we provide aggressive and experienced defense for all major felony charges in Rhode Island. We have successfully represented clients in Providence, Warwick, Cranston, Newport, Kent County, Washington County, and every other jurisdiction in the state.
Here are some of the most common felony matters we defend, along with typical penalties under Rhode Island Law:

• Drug Felonies: Possession with intent to deliver, drug trafficking, conspiracy to distribute, manufacturing, and large-scale narcotics cases.
  Penalties: (Possession with Intent to Deliver / Trafficking) Up to 30 years in prison and fines up to $100,000+ depending on the drug type and quantity. We frequently challenge illegal searches, informant reliability, and lab testing procedures.
• Violent Felonies: Assault with a dangerous weapon, robbery, aggravated assault, domestic violence felonies, and homicide/manslaughter.
  Penalties: (Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, Robbery, Aggravated Assault) 10 to 20 years or more in state prison, plus restitution and probation. Strong self-defense or witness credibility arguments are often key. We thoroughly investigate self-defense claims, witness credibility, and police use of force.
• DUI / OUI Felonies: Third-offense DUI, DUI causing serious bodily injury, and DUI resulting in death.
  Penalties: (3rd Offense DUI, DUI Causing Serious Injury, or Up to 3 years (3rd offense) or 10–30 years if injury or death is involved, plus long license suspension and ignition interlock.) We aggressively contest breathalyzer and blood test results, field sobriety tests, and prior conviction enhancements.
• Sex Offenses: First-degree and second-degree sexual assault, child molestation, indecent assault, and other serious sex crimes.
  Penalties: (Sexual Assault, Child Molestation) 10 years to life in prison depending on the degree and victim age. These cases require meticulous handling of sensitive forensic evidence and strong cross-examination skills.
• Firearms & Weapons Felonies: Carrying a firearm without a license, possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, illegal possession of a machine gun, and weapons charges connected to other crimes.
  Penalties: (Illegal Possession, Carrying Without a License) 1 to 10 years in prison, plus loss of gun rights. We challenge unlawful stops and search warrants.
• White Collar & Financial Crimes: Embezzlement, wire fraud, identity theft, forgery, credit card fraud, and other financial felonies.
  Penalties: (Embezzlement, Fraud, Identity Theft) Up to 20 years and substantial fines. We often work with forensic accountants to challenge the state’s financial calculations.
• Property & Theft Felonies: Burglary, breaking and entering, larceny over $1,500, receiving stolen goods, and arson-related felonies.
  Penalties: (Burglary, Breaking & Entering, Larceny over $1,500) 5 to 20 years in prison depending on the circumstances. We look for weaknesses in identification and intent evidence.
• Other Serious Felonies: Racketeering (RICO), conspiracy, probation violations elevated to felonies, and habitual offender cases.
  Penalties: (Conspiracy, Racketeering, Habitual Offender) Penalties can exceed 20–30 years when enhancements apply.

Important Note: Many felony cases can be reduced to misdemeanors, dismissed entirely, or resolved with significantly lower penalties through skilled negotiation or strong trial defense. Early intervention by an experienced Rhode Island felony defense lawyer often makes the biggest difference.

Why Choose Bank & Munns as Your Rhode Island Felony Defense Lawyer?

No matter how serious or complex your felony charge is, we treat every case with the urgency it deserves and fight for the best possible outcome — whether that’s a complete dismissal, reduction to a misdemeanor, or the lowest possible sentence. Bank & Munns provides relentless representation for serious criminal matters. No matter how serious the charge, we understand what’s at stake and treat every case with the urgency and attention it deserves.

With over 1,300 five-star reviews, we have a proven track record of achieving favorable outcomes in complex felony cases throughout Rhode Island. We offer flexible payment plans and provide honest, straightforward advice from the very first call.

Call us today at 401-573-2265 for a confidential, no-obligation consultation with a Rhode Island Criminal Defense Lawyer from Bank & Munns. We offer flexible payment plans and work with clients throughout all of Rhode Island.

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