Providence Criminal Defense Blog
Posted on Mar 28, 2012 By Mann & Mitchell
THE NEED FOR A MISDEMEANOR DIVERSION PROGRAM Rhode Island has an adult diversion program. There is no statutory authority for the program; it is based on the discretion of the Attorney General. The ...
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Posted on Dec 17, 2011 By Mann & Mitchell
A Very Long Federal Sentence The high profile sentencing of former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich has received a great deal of media attention but surprisingly little commentary about the length of ...
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Posted on Jun 22, 2011 By Mann & Mitchell
The debate in Rhode Island about medical-marijuana continues, with the United States Attorney having recently threatened prosecution of at least some providers. However, it would be terribly wrong to ...
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Posted on Apr 19, 2011 By Mann & Mitchell
In the wake of the possible release of Michael Woodmansee, the Rhode Island Attorney General is proposing legislation to amend the statute providing time off for good behavior to persons sentenced to ...
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Posted on Sep 8, 2010 By Providence Criminal Defense Attorney
We are pleased to announce the launch of our Providence Criminal Defense Blog .
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