Facing criminal charges in Rhode Island can be a daunting and confusing process. Your first step is to hire an experienced Rhode Island criminal defense attorney to start working on your case immediately. Beyond that, understanding your criminal charges and what happens after an arrest can help you feel more positive and confident about moving forward.
If you're facing criminal charges in Rhode Island, here's everything you need to know. I am a former Rhode Island Special Assistant Attorney General from 1993-1997. During those years I prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases ranging from disorderly conduct to first-degree murder in every Rhode Island County.
If you're facing criminal charges in Rhode Island, here's everything you need to know. I am a former Rhode Island Special Assistant Attorney General from 1993-1997. During those years I prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases ranging from disorderly conduct to first-degree murder in every Rhode Island County.
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Good people make mistakes too, and getting arrested for any crime in Rhode Island is a terrifying experience. Finding the best RI criminal defense attorney to defend you in your criminal case is one of the most important decisions you will make in life. All criminal defense lawyers are NOT the same, not even close, and the outcomes in criminal cases, including penalties, vary greatly depending on the criminal lawyer defending you.
As one of the most experienced and top rated Rhode Island DUI Lawyers I've successfully defended thousands of Rhode Island DUI cases in my 27 plus years career and understand that good people make mistakes too. Being charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Rhode Island can be a terrifying experience.
Good people make mistakes too. A conviction for a Rhode Island DUI charge or Rhode Island Chemical Test Refusal charge comes with significant Rhode Island DUI penalties and potentially life-long consequences. This is why it is critical to hire an aggressive and experienced criminal defense lawyer to represent you in your criminal case.
Good people make mistakes too. If you are reading this because you or a loved one has been arrested and charged with a chemical test refusal, also known as breathalyzer test refusal, you need to have the best Rhode Island Breath Test Refusal attorney to defend you against this civil infraction.
My 4 years of experience with breath test refusal cases first as a State prosecutor with the Rhode Island Department of Attorney General, coupled with my 24 years of experience as a chemical test refusal lawyer has provided me with experience and knowledge not available to the majority of chemical test refusal lawyers.I use this unique experience to aggressively defend Clients charged with a RI chemical test refusal case.
My 4 years of experience with breath test refusal cases first as a State prosecutor with the Rhode Island Department of Attorney General, coupled with my 24 years of experience as a chemical test refusal lawyer has provided me with experience and knowledge not available to the majority of chemical test refusal lawyers.I use this unique experience to aggressively defend Clients charged with a RI chemical test refusal case.
As a DUI defense attorney, I know that being arrested for a DUI charge or a breath test refusal charge is a terrifying experience. For most folks, the biggest concern is suspension of driver's license. And that is with good reason, because any conviction on one of these 2 charges carries a mandatory loss of driving privileges.
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Rick Kostanski
Dec 01, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness
I contacted Josh on a reference from a friend that had a similar situation to mine with a DUI out of State. Josh made me feel comfortable when the world seemed to close in around me. The process was painless with the State of Rhode Island. I Highly recommend him!
I contacted Josh on a reference from a friend that had a similar situation to mine with a DUI out of State. Josh made me feel comfortable when the world seemed to close in around me. The process was painless with the State of Rhode Island. I Highly recommend him!
Jennifer Tebano
Nov 27, 2021
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Morgan Smith
Nov 27, 2021
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Mr. Macktaz went above and beyond helping with my case, after calling his office he responded to me within 10 minutes with an exceptional amount of information to help even knowing little info on my matter. Working with Mr. Macktaz was painless and took a lot of weight off my shoulders, if I need another defense attorney I am for sure going to request his assistance again 100%.
Dan Civiello
Nov 25, 2021
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Sean Breslin
Nov 25, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Joshua is a master at what he does and he is the person you want representing you. He's extremely experienced, professional, and reliable. He was able to get me the most favorable outcome with the least amount headache. He is a pleasure to work with and I would not hesitate to say he your best option. I highly recommend his service.
Joshua is a master at what he does and he is the person you want representing you. He's extremely experienced, professional, and reliable. He was able to get me the most favorable outcome with the least amount headache. He is a pleasure to work with and I would not hesitate to say he your best option. I highly recommend his service.
Tristan Clements
Nov 19, 2021
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Josh was very knowledgeable when it came to my particular case, and truly wanted the best possible outcome. Which he achieved. From our consultation to the end of the case, Josh answered any and every question I had quickly, and in great detail. He is very respected and well known in the courtroom, which was a relief knowing you’re in good hands.
Kontiki
Nov 17, 2021
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Edward Campo
Oct 15, 2021
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Timothy Smith
Sep 07, 2021
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He’s worth all your money. I had an incident years ago where Pawtucket police tried pressing false/fabricated charges against me. Mr. Macktaz got all of my charges dropped and expunged. He is an excellent lawyer and an even better person. He will work with you to the fullest extent and make sure you get a realistic outcome. I will recommend him as a criminal defense lawyer to anyone who needs one.
Michael Salazar
Jul 07, 2021
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Josh is an amazing attorney. With over 20 years of experience as a former prosecutor. He will listen to all of your questions and answer them so you have absolutely nothing to worry about once you call him. Josh is professional and cares deeply about the client. He is a stand out attorney who will work with you to ensure that all of your concerns are promptly answered in advanced. Then he will ensure that you are given the best possible option. I would never go to another attorney after the extent I’ve seen his services go to bring clients the best outcome.
Kelsie Courtemanche
Jul 06, 2021
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If you are in need of an attorney, look no further. Josh is your guy!! From the first day that I contacted him to represent me in my case, Josh was constantly in touch with me, walking me through the process step by step. He is absolutely an expert at what he does, and was able to correctly predict the outcome of my case long before it was over. Without Josh, I wouldn’t have had my charges completely “expunged”! Being my first time in court, I was very uneasy about the whole situation. Josh provided clear directions, prepared me thoroughly for each hearing, and put my mind at ease each time
David Cmelik
Mar 05, 2021
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Jonathan Kalagher
Feb 19, 2020
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I’m a police officer and was recently involved in a shooting during a violent domestic call involving a suspect with a knife. The suspect was killed as a result. Troopers from the DA’s Office investigated the incident per protocol.
I immediately contacted Josh and asked him to represent me in the matter. He agreed to represent me and availed himself immediately in order to consult with him. He was extremely professional and knowledgeable. I was not only dealing with mixed emotions after the traumatic incident, but now stressed and concerned as I prepared to meet with investigators.
I immediately contacted Josh and asked him to represent me in the matter. He agreed to represent me and availed himself immediately in order to consult with him. He was extremely professional and knowledgeable. I was not only dealing with mixed emotions after the traumatic incident, but now stressed and concerned as I prepared to meet with investigators.
