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RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith Posts Recent Case Update

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith is pleased to announce recent case activity:

Client was charged with Conspiracy and Assault for allegedly agreeing to help another beat up a rival.  After refusing plea offers, the case went to trial and was ultimately dismissed by the judge.

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about this case, or need a RI Criminal Defense Lawyer, call Attorney James E. Smith ASAP on his 24/7 mobile number 401-649-0335

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Filed under  //   Conspiracy Lawyer   Dismissal   RI Assault Lawyer   Victory  
Posted April 2, 2012

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith Announces Case Update

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith is pleased to announce the following final disposition of a case initially posted on December 29, 2011.

Client was arrested and charged with three Domesic Crimes and was also accused of violating District Court probation and Superior Court probation.  Client is also currently serving a six year suspended sentence.

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith secured the following disposition for client.

District Court 

1. Domestic-Disorderly Conduct - DISMISSED 

2. Domestic-Vandalism First Count - DISMISSED

3. Domestic-Vandalism Second Count - DISMISSED 

4. Violation of Probation & Suspended Sentence - VIOLATION REPORT WITHDRAWN 

Superior Court

1. Violation of Probation & Six Year Suspended Sentence - VIOLATION REPORT WITHDRAWN 

2. Client NOT charged with Domestic Felonies.

If you have any questions about this case or if you need a competent and zealous criminal attorney, contact RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith ASAP at 401-649-0335, his 24/7 mobile phone.

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RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith Announces New Case Result

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith announces today the following case disposition.

Client was arrested by the police after engaging them in a high speed chase that started on the highway and concluded in a local municipality.  Once arrested, the client was charged with:

1. Reckless Driving

2. Two counts of speeding

3. Two counts of Obedience to Traffic Devices

4. Two counts of Laned Roadway Violation

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith is pleased to announce that all but one count, Laned Roadway Violation was dismissed.  Client was facing a criminal record, heavy fines and a possible license suspension.

Client paid an $85.00 fine plus court costs.

If you need a highly skilled, zealous advocate, call RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith as soon as possible at 401-649-0335 - a 24/7 mobile number where you reach the attorney, not an answering service.

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RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith Announces Results

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith announces today recent case success.  Client was arrested and charged with three misdemeanor domestic crimes.  Client is current serving on both District Court and Superior Court probation and a 5 year suspended sentence.

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith secured the following bail for Client.

District Court charges - Personal Recognizance

District Court Probation Violation - Personal Recognizance

Superior Court Probation Violation - Personal Recognizance

Generally, one is held for up to two weeks before he/she is given a probation violation hearing.  I will provide updates as the case progresses.

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RI Criminal Defense Lawyer Announces Case Result

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith occasionally takes on civil matters.  This week, he secured a judgment for a client in a breach of contract action.

Client executed a contract to deliver certain goods in 2007.  Client's customer paid for only half of the goods ordered and repudiated the balance of almost $5,200.00.

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith secured a judgment of almost $12,000.00, well in excess of double the Client's damages.

If you need an attorney with a track record of success and dedication to his clients, call me right away on my 24/7 mobile number - 401.649.0335.

Remember, when dealing with the police:

ALWAYS SPEAK WITH A LAWYER BEFORE SPEAKING WITH THE POLICE!

Filed under  //   Civil Case   RI Contract Lawyer   Victory  

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith Announces Case Result

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith today secured a dismissal for a client.

Client was charged with Domestic Assault by the police.  RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith secured a DISMISSAL after speaking with the prosecutor.

If you have any questions regarding this matter, or need a skilled and successful RI Criminal Defense Lawyer, contact Attorney James E. Smith ASAP via his 24/7 mobile phone 401-649-0335.

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RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith Announces New Case Results

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith secured the following disposition in a criminal matter for a client.

Case 1

Client was charged with carrying a knife having a blade more than three (3) inches in length and with disorderly conduct.  After conferring with the prosecutor, RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith secured the following:

Count 1 - Possession knife DISMISSED

Count 2 - Disorderly Conduct FILED

This disposition helped client secure a clean criminal record.

Case 2

Client was charged with Disorderly Conduct after allegedly being part of a melee involving several dozen people.

After conferring with the prosecutor, RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith secured the following:

Count 1 - Disorderly Conduct - DISMISSED

If you have any questions concerning the above matters or need a skilled and accomplished RI Criminal Defense Lawyer, contact James E. Smitih via 24/7 mobile phone at 401-649-0335

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RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith Announces Case Result

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith today secured the following disposition for a client.  

Client was charged with a number of drug and gun offenses after being arrested by the police who claimed that the client was involved in a scheme to sell drugs.

After reviewing the evidence and working with the prosecutor, RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith secured the following disposition for his client:

Charges

1. Distributing Controlled Substances within 300 yards of a school  DISMISSED

2. Possession with Intent to Deliver Heroin  DISMISSED

3. Possession with Intent to Deliver Marijuana  DISMISSED

4. Possession of a Firearm During the Possession and Delivery of Heroin and Marijuana  DISMISSED

5. Conspiracy to Violate the Controlled Substances Act  FIVE YEARS SUSPENDED WITH 5 YEARS PROBATION AND CREDIT FOR TIME SERVED.

6. Violation of a Fourteen Year Suspended Sentence. CONTINUED ON THE SAME PROBATION - NO ADDITIONAL JAIL

This client faced the very real possibility of spending decades in jail.  However, the client was able to walk out of court this morning after being charged with some of the most serious crimes one can face in Rhode Island.

If you need a skilled, savvy and accomplished RI Criminal Defense Lawyer, contact Attorney James E. Smith as soon as possible via his 24/7 mobile phone at 401-649-0335.

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RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith Announces Case Result

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith announces positive case result for a client.

Client was charged with shoplifting over $600.00 worth of merchandise from a local retailer.  Store security witnessed client taking several items, securing them and then leaving the store without paying for them.  RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith negotiated with the police department and obtained the following disposition for the client:

Shoplifting Complaint WITHDRAWN AT ARRAIGNMENT

Client wasn't even required to make a plea, and was able to keep a perfectly clean criminal record.

If you would like to learn more about this case, or have a need for a skilled and savvy RI Criminal Defense Lawyer, contact Attorney James E. Smith as soon as possible via his 24/7 mobile phone - 401-649-0335.

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Filed under  //   RI Criminal Defense Lawyer   RI Larceny Lawyer   Shoplifing   Victory  

Rhode Island Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith Announces Latest Case Result

Today, RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith won a victory for a client.  Client was charged with violating a no contact order via the telephone.  RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith moved to subpoena the phone records.  After examining the records at trial, it was learned that the complaining witness' phone number was nowhere to be found in the client's LUDs (Local Usage Details) and that client's number was nowhere to be found in the complaining witness' LUDs.

Result - CASE DISMISSED

If you would like to learn more about this case, or if you need a skilled RI Criminal Defense Lawyer, contact Attorney James E. Smith via his 24/7 mobile number - 401-649-0335.

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Posted July 20, 2011