Understanding the principle of law when it comes to DUI is important
Terms like ‘drunk driving’ and ‘driving while intoxicated’ or ‘driving while under the influence of alcohol’ are confusing and often misunderstood in the state of Rhode Island, but to avoid finding yourself on the wrong side of the law, it is critical to understand the principles of the law and also to know that you have the right to legal representation whenever you are stopped by the police and accused of a serious misdemeanor like DUI.

There are two distinct ways for the Rhode Island Police Department (RIPD) to charge and find someone guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol - the first of which is to provide the courts with solid evidence through their subjective observations. This entails that they observed the driver of the motor vehicle to be intoxicated at the time him or her driving the vehicle.

The second approach that authorities often try to establish a driver's culpability is to demonstrate that their blood alcohol content (BAC) was .08 or greater at the time they were driving. Intoxilyzer test results taken soon after your arrest are typically used by police to calculate your BAC at the time of the arrest.

“We advise hiring a competent and experienced RI DUI lawyer to represent you in court if and when you are charged with DUI because the law considers DUI to be a serious misdemeanor with far-reaching consequences. In some cases, especially if it is your first offense, the court may impose only a hefty fine; however, if it is not your first offense, you may face more severe penalties, such as imprisonment and the suspension of your driver's license. To avoid these outcomes, you need to have an aggressive and capable defense attorney on your side.

Repeat offenders could face fines of up to $100 and a maximum 10-day prison sentence. Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious offense that can further result in a divorce and even job losses,” explained attorney John Grasso.

He added that the legal community is constantly updated on any changes to Rhode Island's DUI statutes, to enable them to apply such changes to their client's cases, which might mean the difference between winning and losing. It is therefore strongly advised against representing oneself in court, but John Grasso and his knowledgeable legal team can provide affordable, effective, and timely legal representation in a range of criminal processes.

The John Grasso law firm has an excellent reputation and a long history of winning court cases for its clients, and it provides a great choice of attorneys to fight a RI DUI accusation. In fact, with the help of attorney Grasso and this knowledgeable team, one may have your sentence reduced to either community service or a fine.

About us
Since passing the bar exam in 2010, John Grasso has been practicing law in Rhode Island. As a lawyer and former police officer, he is in a unique position to have a thorough understanding of the law. He graduated from Roger Williams School of Law and went on to have a prosperous legal career in Rhode Island. John Grasso is also a professor of law and teaches legal courses at the University of Roger Williams. John Grasso’s Law Practice always makes sure they work with their clients to obtain justice and the best outcome possible, even in the most difficult circumstances. This skilled group of defense lawyers is equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to take on a wide variety of cases, ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. Please visit their website at http://www.johngrassolaw.com for more information.