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Rhode Island Drug Lawyer Drug crimes defense requires an experienced advocate and strategic defense from the beginning of the case. If you are facing drug charges, the Attorney Matthew T. Marin, offers experienced and aggressive representation focused on protecting your rights against drug charges involving simple possession, possession with intent to sell, distribution and drug trafficking.
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Unfortunately, many individuals choose not to hire a lawyer after being charged with a drug crime because they feel as if they have no chance of winning their case. In our experience, there is almost always a way to defend against drug charges. Attorney Matthew T. Marin has worked hard on many drug cases to find possible defenses to drug charges. By proving that the evidence was obtained as the result of an illegal search or seizure, it may be deemed inadmissible and will no longer be able to be used against your in court.
In order to give you the best shot at overcoming the charges against you, we strongly recommend you speak with an experienced drug crime defense lawyer. When you meet with Attorney Matthew T. Marin, we gather pertinent information that may be helpful to your case and will also perform a thorough investigation to uncover any evidence in your favor. Having qualified and experienced legal representation from a Rhode Island drug lawyer will give you a better chance at positively resolving your charges.
Free Case Evaluation: To discuss your Rhode Island drug charges with an experienced and aggressive Rhode Island Drug Defense Lawyer, call 401-228-8271. I am available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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2013 RI DRUG DEFENSE CASE VICTORIES
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CHARGES:
(1) SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA
(2) OBSTRUCTION OF A POLICE OFFICER
POLICE REPORT: The Police were on routine patrol in the early morning hours when they came upon a running vehicle pulled off to the side of the road. Upon approaching the vehicle, the Police identified the Client seated in the passenger seat as the only occupant of the vehicle. While speaking with the Client, the Police detected the strong odor of freshly burnt mariuana emanating from within the vehcile. The Police asked the Client if he had any illegal narcotics within the vehicle and the Client turned over a small baggie containing marijuana. In futher conversation with the Client, the Police inquired as to whom had driven the vehicle to this location and the Client told them that it was his friend. When the Police asked for the friends number, the Client provided the Police with a fake number. Based on their investigation, the Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana and obstruction of justice.
RESULTS: BOTH CHARGES DISMISSED on 1/28/13
2012 RI DRUG DEFENSE CASE VICTORIES
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CHARGE: POSSESSION OF ONE KILOGRAM TO FIVE KILOGRAMS OF MARIJUANA
POLICE REPORT: The Client was a medical marijuana caregiver for two patients with debilitating medical conditions. After months of cultivating eighteen marijuana plants, the plants had matured and were harvested. The plants were placed into two trash bags and transported to another location for curing. During the transport, the vehicle containing the marijuana was involved in a car accident and the police were called. Upon their arrival, the police discovered the marijuana and began a criminal investigation. The Client provided the police with his two Rhode Island medical marijuana caregiver registry identification cards. The police seized the marijuana and identified nearly 72 ounces (4.5 pounds) of buds and leaves. Believing the Client was in excess of the statutory limits for medical marijuana caregivers, the police charged him with felony possession of one kilogram to five kilograms of marijuana (carrying up to 50 years in prison).
RESULT: DISMISSED after a probable cause hearing on 12/13/12
CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: Campus Security responded to a call by a Resident Advisor who reported smelling marijuana burning within the dorm. When Campus Security arrived, they were able to locate the room where the smell was originating. Upon entering the room, Campus Security searched the Client’s belongings and located a small amount of marijuana. The Client was later located and charged with possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULT: DISMISSED on 12/12/12
CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: The Client was riding as a passenger in a vehicle on Route 95 North when the vehicle was stopped for speeding. When the officers approached the vehicle, they detected the odor of marijuana emanating from within the vehicle. The Officer asked the occupants if there were any drugs in the vehicle, and the Client handed the officer a small amount of marijuana. The Client was then asked to exit the vehicle and charged with possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULT: DISMISSED on 12/12/12
CHARGES:
(1) FELONY POSSESSION OF OXYCODONE
(2) FELONY POSSESSION OF PERCOCET
(3) FELONY POSSESSION OF LORAZAPAN
(4) FELONY POSSESSION OF MORPHINE
(5) FELONY POSSESSION OF HYDROCODONE
(6) FELONY CONSPIRACY TO VIOLATE THE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT
POLICE REPORT: Undercover police had established surveillance on the parking lot outside a local bar. While observing the parking lot, the Police witnessed the Client and another individual pull into the parking lot in separate vehicles. The other individual exited his vehicle and walked up to the driver’s side of the Client’s vehicle. The Client gave the other individual some cash and before the narcotics could be transferred, the Police rushed in and arrested both the Client and the other individual. Upon searching the Client’s vehicle, the police located nearly 400 pills of prescription drugs consisting of oxycodone, Percocet, lorazapan, morphine, hydrocodone. The Client was charged with felony possession of each of the five drugs located in the vehicle as well as conspiracy to violate the Rhode Island Controlled Substances Act.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 12/3/12
CHARGES:
(1) DELIVERY OF OXYCODONE
(2) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER HYDROCODONE
(3) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER ALPRAZOLAM
(4) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER AMPHETAMINE
POLICE REPORT: The Client was seated in his vehicle in a local Burger King parking lot. As the Police were observing him, another vehicle pulled up next to the Client’s car and park. The operator of that vehicle opened the front passenger door of the Client’s car, removed money from his pants pocket, and entered the Client’s car. Once inside, the two turned towards each other and conducted what the police described as a drug transaction. The Police moved in and discovered cash in the Client’s hand and the passenger in possession of oxycodone. The Police also discovered, on the Client’s person, hydrocodone, alprazolam, and amphetamine. The Client was charged with delivery of oxycodone, possession with intent to deliver hydrocodone, possession with intent to deliver alprazolam, and possession with intent to deliver amphetamines.
RESULTS:
(1) DISMISSED
(2) DISMISSED
(3) DISMISSED
(4) REDUCED TO SIMPLE POSSESSION OF AMPHETAMINE and the Client placed on a three year suspended sentence with three years of probation on 12/3/12
CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: The Police were on routine patrol when they observed the Client's vehicle traveing at 48 mph in a 40 mph zone. The police initiated a traffic stop and approached the vehicle. Upon approaching the vehicle, the Police Officer detected a strong armoa of what he believed to be marijuana. The Officer asked the Client if there were any narcotics inside the vehicle. The Client indicated that he had marijuana in the center console of the vehicle. The Officer searched the vehicle and found a bag containing suspected marijuana. The contents of the bag field tested positive for marijuana and the Client was then arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 9/6/12
CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE MARIJUANA
(2) DELIVERY OF MARIJUANA TO A POLICE AGENT
(3) FELONY CONSPIRACY TO VIOLATE THE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT
POLICE REPORT: The Police obtained information, from individuals involved in a recent arrest, that the Client was supplying large quantities of marijuana throughout the area. The individuals informed the police that the most recent delivery had occurred two days prior. Based on this information, the Police attempted to set up the Client by stopping the vehicle in which he was traveling the next morning, purportedly en route to another delivery. Upon stopping the vehicle, Police identified the Client as the passenger and located two ounces of marijuana on his person. The Client was able to produce a valid Rhode Island Medical Marijuana Patient card. Ignoring the Client’s medical and legal possession o f the two ounces of marijuana, the local Police charged the Client with possession with intent to distribute the marijuana on his person, delivery of marijuana to a police agent for the delivery that had occurred the two days prior, and felony conspiracy to violate the controlled substances act.
RESULT:
(1) REDUCED TO SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA and case Filed for one year (no conditions) on 8/1/12
(2) DISMISSED
(3) DISMISSED
CHARGE: SIMPLE POSSESSION OF COCAINE
POLICE REPORT: On New Years Day at approximately 8 am Police were dispatched for a report of a vehicle off of the road. When Police arrived, they spoke with the Client, the operator of the vehicle. The Client was then transported to the Hospital due to her injuries. During her transport, members of the hospital staff identified a small aluminum foil wrapper in the Client’s clothing. The foil was turned over to the Police that identified a white and yellow powdery substance consistent with cocaine in the foil. The substance was field tested and responded positive for cocaine. The Client was then charged with unlawfully possessing a controlled substance classified as cocaine as set forth in Schedule II of § 21-28-2.08 of the General Laws (felony possession of cocaine).
RESULT: DISMISSED on 5/2/12
CHARGES:
(1) SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
(2) DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
POLICE REPORT: Police on routine patrol observed a vehicle make an illegal u-turn and halted the vehicle. Upon speaking with the Client who was operating the vehicle, the police identified the odor of marijuana emanating from within the vehicle and inquired as to whether the Client had any marijuana within the vehicle. The Client confessed and informed the police that there was marijuana within the vehicle. The vehicle was then searched and slightly over one ounce of marijuana was located within the vehicle. The Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense) and driving in possession of a controlled substance.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 3/22/12 after the Defense submitted a Motion to Dismiss Based on the Affirmative Defense of the Medicinal Use of Marijuana
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: The Client stopped at a convenience store to pick up a friend and give her a ride home. While waiting at the convenience store a Police cruiser arrived for an argument that was taking place in the parking lot. As the Officer passed by the Client’s vehicle he detected an odor of marijuana emanating from within the vehicle. The Officer approached the Client and asked him if he had any marijuana in the car, to which the Client responded “Ya, a little bit.” The Client then handed over 2-3 grams of marijuana. The Client was then arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 2/27/12
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: The Client was driving home late at night after getting off from work. As her motor vehicle passed two stationary police cruisers, the Police pulled her over for failing to use a turn signal when changing lanes. As the Police Officer approached the window, he detected the odor of marijuana emanating from inside the vehicle. The Officer asked the Client if she had anything illegal in the vehicle and the Client handed the Officer a small amount of marijuana. The Client was then arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 2/17/12
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
(2) MISDEMEANOR SHOPLIFTING
POLICE REPORT: The Client was shopping at a local retail store. While within the store, store security allegedly witnessed the Client taking items off the shelves and placing them within his backpack. The Client then proceeded to the register to checkout and while in line at the register decided to return back into the store. While returning back into the store, the Client was stopped by store security and the local police department. Inside the Client's backpack store security located several items taken from inside the store. The Client was charged with misdemeanor shoplifting. While being processed, the Client was patted down and a small bag containing marijuana was located in his pocket. The Client was then also charged with simple possession of marijuana.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 2/14/12
CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE MARIJUANA
(2) FELONY CULTIVATION OF MARIJUANA
(3) FELONY CONSPIRACY TO VIOLATE THE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT
POLICE REPORT: A local police department received information that suspicious narcotics activity was occurring at a residence in town. The police took up surveillance over the suspect house and witnessed an indoor grow facility operating from within the basement. The electrical bills for the house were obtained and confirmed that an extremely high amount of electricity was being utilized at the residence. A thermal imaging scan was done of the home and verified that an extremely high amount of heat was emanating from the basement. Based on the information obtained, the police executed a search warrant on the home. From within the home the police discovered an indoor grow of marijuana consisting of 44 marijuana plants and a sophisticated indoor hydroponics grow operation. Based on the evidence discovered from within the home the Client, a resident, was charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana, felony cultivation of marijuana, and felony conspiracy to violate the controlled substances act.
RESULT:
(1) REDUCED TO SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA and case Filed for one year (no conditions) on 1/25/12
(2) DISMISSED
(3) DISMISSED
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION OF ADDERALL
(2) POSSESSION OF HYDROCODONE
(3) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA
POLICE REPORT: The Client was driving home from class at a local Rhode Island university. Police observed the Client speeding and halted his vehicle. Upon speaking with the Client, the Police smelled a strong odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle. The Defendant was asked to exit and the vehicle was searched. During the search, the Police identified a small quantity of marijuana and a pill bottle containing both adderall and hydrocodone. Based on the drugs located during the search, the Defendant was charged with possession of marijuana, adderall, and hydrocodone.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED after the Client successfully completed the Adult Diversion Program on 1/3/12
2011 RI DRUG DEFENSE CASE VICTORIES
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CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER MARIJUANA
(2) DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
POLICE REPORT: The Client was driving with his brother and a friend when he took a right hand turn through a green light without using a turn signal. A local police officer on patrol behind the Client’s vehicle activated his lights and sirens and halted the Client’s vehicle. Upon approaching the vehicle, the Officer detected an odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle and asked the Client to exit the vehicle. Once outside, the Client explained to the Officer that the odor was his medicinal marijuana and showed the Officer his medical marijuana card. Inside the Client’s trunk the Officer noticed a glass jar containing marijuana, a digital scale, and a large stack of cash. The Officer then requested consent to search the Client’s vehicle which the Client provided. Upon searching the vehicle, the Officer discovered over seven ounces of marijuana, well above the two and one-half ounce limit provided by Rhode Island’s Medical Marijuana laws. Based on what the Officer discovered, the Client was charged with possession with intent to deliver marijuana and driving in possession of a controlled substance.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED after prevailing on the Client’s Motion to Suppress Evidence on 11/18/11
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
(2) POSSESSION OF WEAPON OTHER THAN FIREARM
POLICE REPORT: The Police observed the Client operating his motor vehicle with a brake light out. The Police stopped the Client and upon speaking with the Client they detected the distinct odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle. The Police also observed a chain with two large metal rivets attached to each end which they immediately identified as a chained weapon. The Police questioned the Client regarding the odor of marijuana. The Client informed them that he was a medical marijuana card holder and had marijuana within the vehicle. The Police weighed the suspected marijuana within the vehicle and weighed nearly three and one half ounces. The Police arrested the Client and charged him with simple possession of marijuana (first offense) and possession of weapons other than firearm.
RESULTS: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 9/30/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: FELONY POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA WITH INTENT TO DELIVER
POLICE REPORT: Campus security responded to a suite at a local college when a Resident Advisor reported the strong odor of burnt marijuana emanating from the suite. Upon arrival at the suite, campus security encountered the Client and began questioning him. After campus security threatened to search the room, the Client turned over 55 grams of marijuana, plastic baggies and a digital scale to campus security. The local police were called and charged the Client with felony possession with intent to deliver marijuana.
RESULT: AMENDED TO SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA and Filed for 1 year on 9/20/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (1ST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: Client, a local college student, was with friends in his dorm room. The R.A. responded to the dorm room in response to an odor of marijuana coming from the room. Once inside, both the Client and his friend provided the R.A. with the marijuana and took responsibility for it as theirs. The local police department was called and the Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 7/6/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (1ST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: Police arrived at the Client’s residence to conduct a probation compliance check. As they searched the residence, the Police observed several jars of suspected marijuana in the kitchen. The Client provided the Police with his Rhode Island Medical Marijuana Patient Registry Identification Card. The Police then weighed the suspected marijuana and measured approximately three and one half ounces (3.5), nearly one ounce over the limit that medical marijuana patients are permitted to possess. The Client was subsequently charged with possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED ON THE DAY OF TRIAL on 6/23/11
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER MARIJUANA
(2) DISTRIBUTION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WITHIN A SCHOOL ZONE
(3) CULTIVATION OF MARIJUANA
POLICE REPORT: A neighbor reported a noise disturbance at an upstairs apartment. Upon approaching the apartment door, the Police detected a strong odor of marijuana emanating from within the apartment. The Police knocked on the door and the Client opened the door in reply. When the door was opened, the Police observed marijuana and evidence of marijuana cultivation in plain view. The Police then entered the apartment and seized two mature marijuana plants, planting material, and other marijuana cultivation tools. The Client was charged with possession with intent to deliver marijuana, distribution of a controlled substance within a school zone, and cultivation of marijuana.
RESULTS:
(1) REDUCED TO SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA and Filed for 1 year
(2) DISMISSED
(3) DISMISSED on 6/14/11
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (First Offense)
(2) DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
POLICE REPORT: A local resident called 911 to report s suspicious vehicle in a parking lot in the evening. Police responded and approached the vehicle. As the Police approached the vehicle, they observed numerous individuals acting suspiciously. Upon speaking with the operator, the Client, the Police Officer immediately observed a strong odor of freshly burnt marijuana emanating from the interior of the vehicle. All occupants were asked to exit, and during a search of the car the police were able to locate a bag of marijuana on the floor underneath the drivers seat. The Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULTS: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 5/10/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA
POLICE REPORT: Client, an out-of-state college student, was visiting a relative at a local Rhode Island college. While in a dorm room, an R.A. detected the odor of marijuana emanating from the dorm room. The R.A. knocked and then entered the dorm room. The client admitted that the marijuana that was in plain view on the coffee table was his. The police were called and the Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULTS: DISMISSED on 5/4/11
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (First Offense)
(2) TRANSPORTATION OF ALCOHOL BY A MINOR
(3) SPEEDING (21 mph Over the Limit)
POLICE REPORT: A local police officer was posted on a stationary traffic radar post when the Client's vehicle approached at a high rate of speed measured by radar at 71 mph in a 50 mph zone. The vehicle was stopped and as the Officer approached he noticed small objects being thrown from the passengers side of the vehicle. At the window, the Officer could detect a strong odor of marijuana emanating from inside the vehicle. All occupants were removed from the vehicle and a subsequent search of the vehicle the Officer located marijuana, a bowl with marijuana residue, beer and a bottle of vodka. The Client, who was operating the vehicle, was arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana and transportation of alcohol by a minor.
RESULTS: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 4/14/11
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (First Offense)
(2) DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
POLICE REPORT: The Client was stopped while driving for a minor motor vehicle infraction. Upon approaching the vehicle, the Officer detected a strong odor of freshly burnt marijuana emanating from the interior of the vehicle. The Officer asked the Client to exit the vehicle and pat frisked him for Officer safety. After frisking the Client, the Officer asked the Client if he had anything illegal in his possession. The Client responded that he had a bag of marijuana on his person which the Officer then located. The suspected marijuana field tested positive and the Client was arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense) and driving in possession of a controlled substance.
RESULTS: BOTH CHARGES DISMISSED on 4/8/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (First Offense)
POLICE REPORT: Campus Security was notified of an odor of marijuana emanating from a dorm suite. When the Campus Security arrived at the room, they also noticed the strong odor of burnt marijuana emanating from the dorm suite. Campus Security knocked and entered the room. Marijuana and smoking implements were clearly visible on the coffee table as Campus Security entered the dorm room. The occupants were asked who was responsible for the marijuana, and the Client admitted possessing the marijuana. The local police were summonsed and the suspected marijuana was field tested positive. The Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULT: DISMISSED on 3/23/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: Police were called to a local high school house party by a concerned parent. When the Police arrived, they allegedly witnessed the Defendant and another individual standing on the front porch of the house, each with one hand holding a bag of suspected marijuana. The Police approached and seized the suspected marijuana. The substance field tested positive for marijuana and the Client was arrested for possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 2/16/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: Client was driving and had to pull her vehicle over because her passenger was sick. While the vehicle was stopped a police cruiser pulled up behind the Client. The Officer approached and spoke with the Client. While they were speaking the Officer detected a strong odor of freshly burnt marijuana. The Client was asked if there was any marijuana within the car. The Client admitted to possessing marijuana and handed the Officer a small bag containing suspected marijuana. Police then charged the Client was possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 2/11/11
Rhode Island Drug Defense Lawyer Matthew Marin defends those charged with drug charges including simple possession of drugs, possession with intent to distribute drugs, distribution of drugs, delivery of drugs, drug conspiracy, and drug trafficking throughout Rhode Island, including the following cities and towns: Block Island, Bristol, Burrillville, Central Falls, Charlestown, Coventry, Cranston, Cumberland, East Greenwich, East Providence, Exeter, Foster, Glocester, Hopkinton, Jamestown, Johnston, Lincoln, Little Compton, Middletown, Narragansett, Newport, New Shoreham, North Kingstown, North Providence, North Smithfield, Pawtucket, Portsmouth, Providence, Richmond, Scituate, Smithfield, South Kingstown, Tiverton, Warren, Warwick, Westerly, West Greenwich, West Warwick, Woonsocket. If you have been arrested in Rhode Island on drug charges, call immediately for a free initial consultation and case evaluation with an experienced Rhode Island Drug Lawyer. Attorney Marin is available 24/7 at (401) 228-8271.
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**Past Case Results to Not Guarantee a Particular Result in Your Case**
CHARGES:
(1) SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA
(2) OBSTRUCTION OF A POLICE OFFICER
POLICE REPORT: The Police were on routine patrol in the early morning hours when they came upon a running vehicle pulled off to the side of the road. Upon approaching the vehicle, the Police identified the Client seated in the passenger seat as the only occupant of the vehicle. While speaking with the Client, the Police detected the strong odor of freshly burnt mariuana emanating from within the vehcile. The Police asked the Client if he had any illegal narcotics within the vehicle and the Client turned over a small baggie containing marijuana. In futher conversation with the Client, the Police inquired as to whom had driven the vehicle to this location and the Client told them that it was his friend. When the Police asked for the friends number, the Client provided the Police with a fake number. Based on their investigation, the Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana and obstruction of justice.
RESULTS: BOTH CHARGES DISMISSED on 1/28/13
2012 RI DRUG DEFENSE CASE VICTORIES
**Past Case Results to Not Guarantee
a Particular Result in Your Case**
CHARGE: POSSESSION OF ONE KILOGRAM TO FIVE KILOGRAMS OF MARIJUANA
POLICE REPORT: The Client was a medical marijuana caregiver for two patients with debilitating medical conditions. After months of cultivating eighteen marijuana plants, the plants had matured and were harvested. The plants were placed into two trash bags and transported to another location for curing. During the transport, the vehicle containing the marijuana was involved in a car accident and the police were called. Upon their arrival, the police discovered the marijuana and began a criminal investigation. The Client provided the police with his two Rhode Island medical marijuana caregiver registry identification cards. The police seized the marijuana and identified nearly 72 ounces (4.5 pounds) of buds and leaves. Believing the Client was in excess of the statutory limits for medical marijuana caregivers, the police charged him with felony possession of one kilogram to five kilograms of marijuana (carrying up to 50 years in prison).
RESULT: DISMISSED after a probable cause hearing on 12/13/12
CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: Campus Security responded to a call by a Resident Advisor who reported smelling marijuana burning within the dorm. When Campus Security arrived, they were able to locate the room where the smell was originating. Upon entering the room, Campus Security searched the Client’s belongings and located a small amount of marijuana. The Client was later located and charged with possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULT: DISMISSED on 12/12/12
CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: The Client was riding as a passenger in a vehicle on Route 95 North when the vehicle was stopped for speeding. When the officers approached the vehicle, they detected the odor of marijuana emanating from within the vehicle. The Officer asked the occupants if there were any drugs in the vehicle, and the Client handed the officer a small amount of marijuana. The Client was then asked to exit the vehicle and charged with possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULT: DISMISSED on 12/12/12
CHARGES:
(1) FELONY POSSESSION OF OXYCODONE
(2) FELONY POSSESSION OF PERCOCET
(3) FELONY POSSESSION OF LORAZAPAN
(4) FELONY POSSESSION OF MORPHINE
(5) FELONY POSSESSION OF HYDROCODONE
(6) FELONY CONSPIRACY TO VIOLATE THE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT
POLICE REPORT: Undercover police had established surveillance on the parking lot outside a local bar. While observing the parking lot, the Police witnessed the Client and another individual pull into the parking lot in separate vehicles. The other individual exited his vehicle and walked up to the driver’s side of the Client’s vehicle. The Client gave the other individual some cash and before the narcotics could be transferred, the Police rushed in and arrested both the Client and the other individual. Upon searching the Client’s vehicle, the police located nearly 400 pills of prescription drugs consisting of oxycodone, Percocet, lorazapan, morphine, hydrocodone. The Client was charged with felony possession of each of the five drugs located in the vehicle as well as conspiracy to violate the Rhode Island Controlled Substances Act.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 12/3/12
CHARGES:
(1) DELIVERY OF OXYCODONE
(2) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER HYDROCODONE
(3) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER ALPRAZOLAM
(4) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER AMPHETAMINE
POLICE REPORT: The Client was seated in his vehicle in a local Burger King parking lot. As the Police were observing him, another vehicle pulled up next to the Client’s car and park. The operator of that vehicle opened the front passenger door of the Client’s car, removed money from his pants pocket, and entered the Client’s car. Once inside, the two turned towards each other and conducted what the police described as a drug transaction. The Police moved in and discovered cash in the Client’s hand and the passenger in possession of oxycodone. The Police also discovered, on the Client’s person, hydrocodone, alprazolam, and amphetamine. The Client was charged with delivery of oxycodone, possession with intent to deliver hydrocodone, possession with intent to deliver alprazolam, and possession with intent to deliver amphetamines.
RESULTS:
(1) DISMISSED
(2) DISMISSED
(3) DISMISSED
(4) REDUCED TO SIMPLE POSSESSION OF AMPHETAMINE and the Client placed on a three year suspended sentence with three years of probation on 12/3/12
CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: The Police were on routine patrol when they observed the Client's vehicle traveing at 48 mph in a 40 mph zone. The police initiated a traffic stop and approached the vehicle. Upon approaching the vehicle, the Police Officer detected a strong armoa of what he believed to be marijuana. The Officer asked the Client if there were any narcotics inside the vehicle. The Client indicated that he had marijuana in the center console of the vehicle. The Officer searched the vehicle and found a bag containing suspected marijuana. The contents of the bag field tested positive for marijuana and the Client was then arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 9/6/12
CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE MARIJUANA
(2) DELIVERY OF MARIJUANA TO A POLICE AGENT
(3) FELONY CONSPIRACY TO VIOLATE THE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT
POLICE REPORT: The Police obtained information, from individuals involved in a recent arrest, that the Client was supplying large quantities of marijuana throughout the area. The individuals informed the police that the most recent delivery had occurred two days prior. Based on this information, the Police attempted to set up the Client by stopping the vehicle in which he was traveling the next morning, purportedly en route to another delivery. Upon stopping the vehicle, Police identified the Client as the passenger and located two ounces of marijuana on his person. The Client was able to produce a valid Rhode Island Medical Marijuana Patient card. Ignoring the Client’s medical and legal possession o f the two ounces of marijuana, the local Police charged the Client with possession with intent to distribute the marijuana on his person, delivery of marijuana to a police agent for the delivery that had occurred the two days prior, and felony conspiracy to violate the controlled substances act.
RESULT:
(1) REDUCED TO SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA and case Filed for one year (no conditions) on 8/1/12
(2) DISMISSED
(3) DISMISSED
CHARGE: SIMPLE POSSESSION OF COCAINE
POLICE REPORT: On New Years Day at approximately 8 am Police were dispatched for a report of a vehicle off of the road. When Police arrived, they spoke with the Client, the operator of the vehicle. The Client was then transported to the Hospital due to her injuries. During her transport, members of the hospital staff identified a small aluminum foil wrapper in the Client’s clothing. The foil was turned over to the Police that identified a white and yellow powdery substance consistent with cocaine in the foil. The substance was field tested and responded positive for cocaine. The Client was then charged with unlawfully possessing a controlled substance classified as cocaine as set forth in Schedule II of § 21-28-2.08 of the General Laws (felony possession of cocaine).
RESULT: DISMISSED on 5/2/12
CHARGES:
(1) SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
(2) DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
POLICE REPORT: Police on routine patrol observed a vehicle make an illegal u-turn and halted the vehicle. Upon speaking with the Client who was operating the vehicle, the police identified the odor of marijuana emanating from within the vehicle and inquired as to whether the Client had any marijuana within the vehicle. The Client confessed and informed the police that there was marijuana within the vehicle. The vehicle was then searched and slightly over one ounce of marijuana was located within the vehicle. The Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense) and driving in possession of a controlled substance.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 3/22/12 after the Defense submitted a Motion to Dismiss Based on the Affirmative Defense of the Medicinal Use of Marijuana
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: The Client stopped at a convenience store to pick up a friend and give her a ride home. While waiting at the convenience store a Police cruiser arrived for an argument that was taking place in the parking lot. As the Officer passed by the Client’s vehicle he detected an odor of marijuana emanating from within the vehicle. The Officer approached the Client and asked him if he had any marijuana in the car, to which the Client responded “Ya, a little bit.” The Client then handed over 2-3 grams of marijuana. The Client was then arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 2/27/12
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: The Client was driving home late at night after getting off from work. As her motor vehicle passed two stationary police cruisers, the Police pulled her over for failing to use a turn signal when changing lanes. As the Police Officer approached the window, he detected the odor of marijuana emanating from inside the vehicle. The Officer asked the Client if she had anything illegal in the vehicle and the Client handed the Officer a small amount of marijuana. The Client was then arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 2/17/12
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
(2) MISDEMEANOR SHOPLIFTING
POLICE REPORT: The Client was shopping at a local retail store. While within the store, store security allegedly witnessed the Client taking items off the shelves and placing them within his backpack. The Client then proceeded to the register to checkout and while in line at the register decided to return back into the store. While returning back into the store, the Client was stopped by store security and the local police department. Inside the Client's backpack store security located several items taken from inside the store. The Client was charged with misdemeanor shoplifting. While being processed, the Client was patted down and a small bag containing marijuana was located in his pocket. The Client was then also charged with simple possession of marijuana.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 2/14/12
CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE MARIJUANA
(2) FELONY CULTIVATION OF MARIJUANA
(3) FELONY CONSPIRACY TO VIOLATE THE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT
POLICE REPORT: A local police department received information that suspicious narcotics activity was occurring at a residence in town. The police took up surveillance over the suspect house and witnessed an indoor grow facility operating from within the basement. The electrical bills for the house were obtained and confirmed that an extremely high amount of electricity was being utilized at the residence. A thermal imaging scan was done of the home and verified that an extremely high amount of heat was emanating from the basement. Based on the information obtained, the police executed a search warrant on the home. From within the home the police discovered an indoor grow of marijuana consisting of 44 marijuana plants and a sophisticated indoor hydroponics grow operation. Based on the evidence discovered from within the home the Client, a resident, was charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana, felony cultivation of marijuana, and felony conspiracy to violate the controlled substances act.
RESULT:
(1) REDUCED TO SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA and case Filed for one year (no conditions) on 1/25/12
(2) DISMISSED
(3) DISMISSED
POLICE REPORT: The Client was a medical marijuana caregiver for two patients with debilitating medical conditions. After months of cultivating eighteen marijuana plants, the plants had matured and were harvested. The plants were placed into two trash bags and transported to another location for curing. During the transport, the vehicle containing the marijuana was involved in a car accident and the police were called. Upon their arrival, the police discovered the marijuana and began a criminal investigation. The Client provided the police with his two Rhode Island medical marijuana caregiver registry identification cards. The police seized the marijuana and identified nearly 72 ounces (4.5 pounds) of buds and leaves. Believing the Client was in excess of the statutory limits for medical marijuana caregivers, the police charged him with felony possession of one kilogram to five kilograms of marijuana (carrying up to 50 years in prison).
RESULT: DISMISSED after a probable cause hearing on 12/13/12
POLICE REPORT: Campus Security responded to a call by a Resident Advisor who reported smelling marijuana burning within the dorm. When Campus Security arrived, they were able to locate the room where the smell was originating. Upon entering the room, Campus Security searched the Client’s belongings and located a small amount of marijuana. The Client was later located and charged with possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULT: DISMISSED on 12/12/12
POLICE REPORT: The Client was riding as a passenger in a vehicle on Route 95 North when the vehicle was stopped for speeding. When the officers approached the vehicle, they detected the odor of marijuana emanating from within the vehicle. The Officer asked the occupants if there were any drugs in the vehicle, and the Client handed the officer a small amount of marijuana. The Client was then asked to exit the vehicle and charged with possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULT: DISMISSED on 12/12/12
(1) FELONY POSSESSION OF OXYCODONE
(2) FELONY POSSESSION OF PERCOCET
(3) FELONY POSSESSION OF LORAZAPAN
(4) FELONY POSSESSION OF MORPHINE
(5) FELONY POSSESSION OF HYDROCODONE
(6) FELONY CONSPIRACY TO VIOLATE THE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT
POLICE REPORT: Undercover police had established surveillance on the parking lot outside a local bar. While observing the parking lot, the Police witnessed the Client and another individual pull into the parking lot in separate vehicles. The other individual exited his vehicle and walked up to the driver’s side of the Client’s vehicle. The Client gave the other individual some cash and before the narcotics could be transferred, the Police rushed in and arrested both the Client and the other individual. Upon searching the Client’s vehicle, the police located nearly 400 pills of prescription drugs consisting of oxycodone, Percocet, lorazapan, morphine, hydrocodone. The Client was charged with felony possession of each of the five drugs located in the vehicle as well as conspiracy to violate the Rhode Island Controlled Substances Act.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 12/3/12
(1) DELIVERY OF OXYCODONE
(2) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER HYDROCODONE
(3) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER ALPRAZOLAM
(4) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER AMPHETAMINE
POLICE REPORT: The Client was seated in his vehicle in a local Burger King parking lot. As the Police were observing him, another vehicle pulled up next to the Client’s car and park. The operator of that vehicle opened the front passenger door of the Client’s car, removed money from his pants pocket, and entered the Client’s car. Once inside, the two turned towards each other and conducted what the police described as a drug transaction. The Police moved in and discovered cash in the Client’s hand and the passenger in possession of oxycodone. The Police also discovered, on the Client’s person, hydrocodone, alprazolam, and amphetamine. The Client was charged with delivery of oxycodone, possession with intent to deliver hydrocodone, possession with intent to deliver alprazolam, and possession with intent to deliver amphetamines.
RESULTS:
(1) DISMISSED
(2) DISMISSED
(3) DISMISSED
(4) REDUCED TO SIMPLE POSSESSION OF AMPHETAMINE and the Client placed on a three year suspended sentence with three years of probation on 12/3/12
POLICE REPORT: The Police were on routine patrol when they observed the Client's vehicle traveing at 48 mph in a 40 mph zone. The police initiated a traffic stop and approached the vehicle. Upon approaching the vehicle, the Police Officer detected a strong armoa of what he believed to be marijuana. The Officer asked the Client if there were any narcotics inside the vehicle. The Client indicated that he had marijuana in the center console of the vehicle. The Officer searched the vehicle and found a bag containing suspected marijuana. The contents of the bag field tested positive for marijuana and the Client was then arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 9/6/12
(1) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE MARIJUANA
(2) DELIVERY OF MARIJUANA TO A POLICE AGENT
(3) FELONY CONSPIRACY TO VIOLATE THE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT
POLICE REPORT: The Police obtained information, from individuals involved in a recent arrest, that the Client was supplying large quantities of marijuana throughout the area. The individuals informed the police that the most recent delivery had occurred two days prior. Based on this information, the Police attempted to set up the Client by stopping the vehicle in which he was traveling the next morning, purportedly en route to another delivery. Upon stopping the vehicle, Police identified the Client as the passenger and located two ounces of marijuana on his person. The Client was able to produce a valid Rhode Island Medical Marijuana Patient card. Ignoring the Client’s medical and legal possession o f the two ounces of marijuana, the local Police charged the Client with possession with intent to distribute the marijuana on his person, delivery of marijuana to a police agent for the delivery that had occurred the two days prior, and felony conspiracy to violate the controlled substances act.
POLICE REPORT: On New Years Day at approximately 8 am Police were dispatched for a report of a vehicle off of the road. When Police arrived, they spoke with the Client, the operator of the vehicle. The Client was then transported to the Hospital due to her injuries. During her transport, members of the hospital staff identified a small aluminum foil wrapper in the Client’s clothing. The foil was turned over to the Police that identified a white and yellow powdery substance consistent with cocaine in the foil. The substance was field tested and responded positive for cocaine. The Client was then charged with unlawfully possessing a controlled substance classified as cocaine as set forth in Schedule II of § 21-28-2.08 of the General Laws (felony possession of cocaine).
RESULT: DISMISSED on 5/2/12
CHARGES:
(1) SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
(2) DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
POLICE REPORT: Police on routine patrol observed a vehicle make an illegal u-turn and halted the vehicle. Upon speaking with the Client who was operating the vehicle, the police identified the odor of marijuana emanating from within the vehicle and inquired as to whether the Client had any marijuana within the vehicle. The Client confessed and informed the police that there was marijuana within the vehicle. The vehicle was then searched and slightly over one ounce of marijuana was located within the vehicle. The Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense) and driving in possession of a controlled substance.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 3/22/12 after the Defense submitted a Motion to Dismiss Based on the Affirmative Defense of the Medicinal Use of Marijuana
POLICE REPORT: The Client stopped at a convenience store to pick up a friend and give her a ride home. While waiting at the convenience store a Police cruiser arrived for an argument that was taking place in the parking lot. As the Officer passed by the Client’s vehicle he detected an odor of marijuana emanating from within the vehicle. The Officer approached the Client and asked him if he had any marijuana in the car, to which the Client responded “Ya, a little bit.” The Client then handed over 2-3 grams of marijuana. The Client was then arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 2/27/12
POLICE REPORT: The Client was driving home late at night after getting off from work. As her motor vehicle passed two stationary police cruisers, the Police pulled her over for failing to use a turn signal when changing lanes. As the Police Officer approached the window, he detected the odor of marijuana emanating from inside the vehicle. The Officer asked the Client if she had anything illegal in the vehicle and the Client handed the Officer a small amount of marijuana. The Client was then arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 2/17/12
(1) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
(2) MISDEMEANOR SHOPLIFTING
POLICE REPORT: The Client was shopping at a local retail store. While within the store, store security allegedly witnessed the Client taking items off the shelves and placing them within his backpack. The Client then proceeded to the register to checkout and while in line at the register decided to return back into the store. While returning back into the store, the Client was stopped by store security and the local police department. Inside the Client's backpack store security located several items taken from inside the store. The Client was charged with misdemeanor shoplifting. While being processed, the Client was patted down and a small bag containing marijuana was located in his pocket. The Client was then also charged with simple possession of marijuana.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 2/14/12
(1) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE MARIJUANA
(2) FELONY CULTIVATION OF MARIJUANA
(3) FELONY CONSPIRACY TO VIOLATE THE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT
POLICE REPORT: A local police department received information that suspicious narcotics activity was occurring at a residence in town. The police took up surveillance over the suspect house and witnessed an indoor grow facility operating from within the basement. The electrical bills for the house were obtained and confirmed that an extremely high amount of electricity was being utilized at the residence. A thermal imaging scan was done of the home and verified that an extremely high amount of heat was emanating from the basement. Based on the information obtained, the police executed a search warrant on the home. From within the home the police discovered an indoor grow of marijuana consisting of 44 marijuana plants and a sophisticated indoor hydroponics grow operation. Based on the evidence discovered from within the home the Client, a resident, was charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana, felony cultivation of marijuana, and felony conspiracy to violate the controlled substances act.
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION OF ADDERALL
(2) POSSESSION OF HYDROCODONE
(3) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA
POLICE REPORT: The Client was driving home from class at a local Rhode Island university. Police observed the Client speeding and halted his vehicle. Upon speaking with the Client, the Police smelled a strong odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle. The Defendant was asked to exit and the vehicle was searched. During the search, the Police identified a small quantity of marijuana and a pill bottle containing both adderall and hydrocodone. Based on the drugs located during the search, the Defendant was charged with possession of marijuana, adderall, and hydrocodone.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED after the Client successfully completed the Adult Diversion Program on 1/3/12
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CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER MARIJUANA
(2) DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
POLICE REPORT: The Client was driving with his brother and a friend when he took a right hand turn through a green light without using a turn signal. A local police officer on patrol behind the Client’s vehicle activated his lights and sirens and halted the Client’s vehicle. Upon approaching the vehicle, the Officer detected an odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle and asked the Client to exit the vehicle. Once outside, the Client explained to the Officer that the odor was his medicinal marijuana and showed the Officer his medical marijuana card. Inside the Client’s trunk the Officer noticed a glass jar containing marijuana, a digital scale, and a large stack of cash. The Officer then requested consent to search the Client’s vehicle which the Client provided. Upon searching the vehicle, the Officer discovered over seven ounces of marijuana, well above the two and one-half ounce limit provided by Rhode Island’s Medical Marijuana laws. Based on what the Officer discovered, the Client was charged with possession with intent to deliver marijuana and driving in possession of a controlled substance.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED after prevailing on the Client’s Motion to Suppress Evidence on 11/18/11
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
(2) POSSESSION OF WEAPON OTHER THAN FIREARM
POLICE REPORT: The Police observed the Client operating his motor vehicle with a brake light out. The Police stopped the Client and upon speaking with the Client they detected the distinct odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle. The Police also observed a chain with two large metal rivets attached to each end which they immediately identified as a chained weapon. The Police questioned the Client regarding the odor of marijuana. The Client informed them that he was a medical marijuana card holder and had marijuana within the vehicle. The Police weighed the suspected marijuana within the vehicle and weighed nearly three and one half ounces. The Police arrested the Client and charged him with simple possession of marijuana (first offense) and possession of weapons other than firearm.
RESULTS: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 9/30/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: FELONY POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA WITH INTENT TO DELIVER
POLICE REPORT: Campus security responded to a suite at a local college when a Resident Advisor reported the strong odor of burnt marijuana emanating from the suite. Upon arrival at the suite, campus security encountered the Client and began questioning him. After campus security threatened to search the room, the Client turned over 55 grams of marijuana, plastic baggies and a digital scale to campus security. The local police were called and charged the Client with felony possession with intent to deliver marijuana.
RESULT: AMENDED TO SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA and Filed for 1 year on 9/20/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (1ST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: Client, a local college student, was with friends in his dorm room. The R.A. responded to the dorm room in response to an odor of marijuana coming from the room. Once inside, both the Client and his friend provided the R.A. with the marijuana and took responsibility for it as theirs. The local police department was called and the Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 7/6/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (1ST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: Police arrived at the Client’s residence to conduct a probation compliance check. As they searched the residence, the Police observed several jars of suspected marijuana in the kitchen. The Client provided the Police with his Rhode Island Medical Marijuana Patient Registry Identification Card. The Police then weighed the suspected marijuana and measured approximately three and one half ounces (3.5), nearly one ounce over the limit that medical marijuana patients are permitted to possess. The Client was subsequently charged with possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED ON THE DAY OF TRIAL on 6/23/11
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER MARIJUANA
(2) DISTRIBUTION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WITHIN A SCHOOL ZONE
(3) CULTIVATION OF MARIJUANA
POLICE REPORT: A neighbor reported a noise disturbance at an upstairs apartment. Upon approaching the apartment door, the Police detected a strong odor of marijuana emanating from within the apartment. The Police knocked on the door and the Client opened the door in reply. When the door was opened, the Police observed marijuana and evidence of marijuana cultivation in plain view. The Police then entered the apartment and seized two mature marijuana plants, planting material, and other marijuana cultivation tools. The Client was charged with possession with intent to deliver marijuana, distribution of a controlled substance within a school zone, and cultivation of marijuana.
RESULTS:
(1) REDUCED TO SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA and Filed for 1 year
(2) DISMISSED
(3) DISMISSED on 6/14/11
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (First Offense)
(2) DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
POLICE REPORT: A local resident called 911 to report s suspicious vehicle in a parking lot in the evening. Police responded and approached the vehicle. As the Police approached the vehicle, they observed numerous individuals acting suspiciously. Upon speaking with the operator, the Client, the Police Officer immediately observed a strong odor of freshly burnt marijuana emanating from the interior of the vehicle. All occupants were asked to exit, and during a search of the car the police were able to locate a bag of marijuana on the floor underneath the drivers seat. The Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULTS: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 5/10/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA
POLICE REPORT: Client, an out-of-state college student, was visiting a relative at a local Rhode Island college. While in a dorm room, an R.A. detected the odor of marijuana emanating from the dorm room. The R.A. knocked and then entered the dorm room. The client admitted that the marijuana that was in plain view on the coffee table was his. The police were called and the Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULTS: DISMISSED on 5/4/11
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (First Offense)
(2) TRANSPORTATION OF ALCOHOL BY A MINOR
(3) SPEEDING (21 mph Over the Limit)
POLICE REPORT: A local police officer was posted on a stationary traffic radar post when the Client's vehicle approached at a high rate of speed measured by radar at 71 mph in a 50 mph zone. The vehicle was stopped and as the Officer approached he noticed small objects being thrown from the passengers side of the vehicle. At the window, the Officer could detect a strong odor of marijuana emanating from inside the vehicle. All occupants were removed from the vehicle and a subsequent search of the vehicle the Officer located marijuana, a bowl with marijuana residue, beer and a bottle of vodka. The Client, who was operating the vehicle, was arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana and transportation of alcohol by a minor.
RESULTS: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 4/14/11
CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (First Offense)
(2) DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
POLICE REPORT: The Client was stopped while driving for a minor motor vehicle infraction. Upon approaching the vehicle, the Officer detected a strong odor of freshly burnt marijuana emanating from the interior of the vehicle. The Officer asked the Client to exit the vehicle and pat frisked him for Officer safety. After frisking the Client, the Officer asked the Client if he had anything illegal in his possession. The Client responded that he had a bag of marijuana on his person which the Officer then located. The suspected marijuana field tested positive and the Client was arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense) and driving in possession of a controlled substance.
RESULTS: BOTH CHARGES DISMISSED on 4/8/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (First Offense)
POLICE REPORT: Campus Security was notified of an odor of marijuana emanating from a dorm suite. When the Campus Security arrived at the room, they also noticed the strong odor of burnt marijuana emanating from the dorm suite. Campus Security knocked and entered the room. Marijuana and smoking implements were clearly visible on the coffee table as Campus Security entered the dorm room. The occupants were asked who was responsible for the marijuana, and the Client admitted possessing the marijuana. The local police were summonsed and the suspected marijuana was field tested positive. The Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULT: DISMISSED on 3/23/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: Police were called to a local high school house party by a concerned parent. When the Police arrived, they allegedly witnessed the Defendant and another individual standing on the front porch of the house, each with one hand holding a bag of suspected marijuana. The Police approached and seized the suspected marijuana. The substance field tested positive for marijuana and the Client was arrested for possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 2/16/11
CRIMINAL CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
POLICE REPORT: Client was driving and had to pull her vehicle over because her passenger was sick. While the vehicle was stopped a police cruiser pulled up behind the Client. The Officer approached and spoke with the Client. While they were speaking the Officer detected a strong odor of freshly burnt marijuana. The Client was asked if there was any marijuana within the car. The Client admitted to possessing marijuana and handed the Officer a small bag containing suspected marijuana. Police then charged the Client was possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 2/11/11
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(1) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER MARIJUANA
(2) DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
POLICE REPORT: The Client was driving with his brother and a friend when he took a right hand turn through a green light without using a turn signal. A local police officer on patrol behind the Client’s vehicle activated his lights and sirens and halted the Client’s vehicle. Upon approaching the vehicle, the Officer detected an odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle and asked the Client to exit the vehicle. Once outside, the Client explained to the Officer that the odor was his medicinal marijuana and showed the Officer his medical marijuana card. Inside the Client’s trunk the Officer noticed a glass jar containing marijuana, a digital scale, and a large stack of cash. The Officer then requested consent to search the Client’s vehicle which the Client provided. Upon searching the vehicle, the Officer discovered over seven ounces of marijuana, well above the two and one-half ounce limit provided by Rhode Island’s Medical Marijuana laws. Based on what the Officer discovered, the Client was charged with possession with intent to deliver marijuana and driving in possession of a controlled substance.
RESULT: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED after prevailing on the Client’s Motion to Suppress Evidence on 11/18/11
(1) SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (FIRST OFFENSE)
(2) POSSESSION OF WEAPON OTHER THAN FIREARM
POLICE REPORT: The Police observed the Client operating his motor vehicle with a brake light out. The Police stopped the Client and upon speaking with the Client they detected the distinct odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle. The Police also observed a chain with two large metal rivets attached to each end which they immediately identified as a chained weapon. The Police questioned the Client regarding the odor of marijuana. The Client informed them that he was a medical marijuana card holder and had marijuana within the vehicle. The Police weighed the suspected marijuana within the vehicle and weighed nearly three and one half ounces. The Police arrested the Client and charged him with simple possession of marijuana (first offense) and possession of weapons other than firearm.
RESULTS: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 9/30/11
POLICE REPORT: Campus security responded to a suite at a local college when a Resident Advisor reported the strong odor of burnt marijuana emanating from the suite. Upon arrival at the suite, campus security encountered the Client and began questioning him. After campus security threatened to search the room, the Client turned over 55 grams of marijuana, plastic baggies and a digital scale to campus security. The local police were called and charged the Client with felony possession with intent to deliver marijuana.
RESULT: AMENDED TO SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA and Filed for 1 year on 9/20/11
POLICE REPORT: Client, a local college student, was with friends in his dorm room. The R.A. responded to the dorm room in response to an odor of marijuana coming from the room. Once inside, both the Client and his friend provided the R.A. with the marijuana and took responsibility for it as theirs. The local police department was called and the Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 7/6/11
POLICE REPORT: Police arrived at the Client’s residence to conduct a probation compliance check. As they searched the residence, the Police observed several jars of suspected marijuana in the kitchen. The Client provided the Police with his Rhode Island Medical Marijuana Patient Registry Identification Card. The Police then weighed the suspected marijuana and measured approximately three and one half ounces (3.5), nearly one ounce over the limit that medical marijuana patients are permitted to possess. The Client was subsequently charged with possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED ON THE DAY OF TRIAL on 6/23/11
(1) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER MARIJUANA
(2) DISTRIBUTION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WITHIN A SCHOOL ZONE
(3) CULTIVATION OF MARIJUANA
POLICE REPORT: A neighbor reported a noise disturbance at an upstairs apartment. Upon approaching the apartment door, the Police detected a strong odor of marijuana emanating from within the apartment. The Police knocked on the door and the Client opened the door in reply. When the door was opened, the Police observed marijuana and evidence of marijuana cultivation in plain view. The Police then entered the apartment and seized two mature marijuana plants, planting material, and other marijuana cultivation tools. The Client was charged with possession with intent to deliver marijuana, distribution of a controlled substance within a school zone, and cultivation of marijuana.
RESULTS:
(1) REDUCED TO SIMPLE POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA and Filed for 1 year
(2) DISMISSED
(3) DISMISSED on 6/14/11
(1) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (First Offense)
(2) DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
POLICE REPORT: A local resident called 911 to report s suspicious vehicle in a parking lot in the evening. Police responded and approached the vehicle. As the Police approached the vehicle, they observed numerous individuals acting suspiciously. Upon speaking with the operator, the Client, the Police Officer immediately observed a strong odor of freshly burnt marijuana emanating from the interior of the vehicle. All occupants were asked to exit, and during a search of the car the police were able to locate a bag of marijuana on the floor underneath the drivers seat. The Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULTS: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 5/10/11
POLICE REPORT: Client, an out-of-state college student, was visiting a relative at a local Rhode Island college. While in a dorm room, an R.A. detected the odor of marijuana emanating from the dorm room. The R.A. knocked and then entered the dorm room. The client admitted that the marijuana that was in plain view on the coffee table was his. The police were called and the Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULTS: DISMISSED on 5/4/11
(1) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (First Offense)
(2) TRANSPORTATION OF ALCOHOL BY A MINOR
(3) SPEEDING (21 mph Over the Limit)
POLICE REPORT: A local police officer was posted on a stationary traffic radar post when the Client's vehicle approached at a high rate of speed measured by radar at 71 mph in a 50 mph zone. The vehicle was stopped and as the Officer approached he noticed small objects being thrown from the passengers side of the vehicle. At the window, the Officer could detect a strong odor of marijuana emanating from inside the vehicle. All occupants were removed from the vehicle and a subsequent search of the vehicle the Officer located marijuana, a bowl with marijuana residue, beer and a bottle of vodka. The Client, who was operating the vehicle, was arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana and transportation of alcohol by a minor.
RESULTS: ALL CHARGES DISMISSED on 4/14/11
(1) POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (First Offense)
(2) DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
POLICE REPORT: The Client was stopped while driving for a minor motor vehicle infraction. Upon approaching the vehicle, the Officer detected a strong odor of freshly burnt marijuana emanating from the interior of the vehicle. The Officer asked the Client to exit the vehicle and pat frisked him for Officer safety. After frisking the Client, the Officer asked the Client if he had anything illegal in his possession. The Client responded that he had a bag of marijuana on his person which the Officer then located. The suspected marijuana field tested positive and the Client was arrested and charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense) and driving in possession of a controlled substance.
RESULTS: BOTH CHARGES DISMISSED on 4/8/11
POLICE REPORT: Campus Security was notified of an odor of marijuana emanating from a dorm suite. When the Campus Security arrived at the room, they also noticed the strong odor of burnt marijuana emanating from the dorm suite. Campus Security knocked and entered the room. Marijuana and smoking implements were clearly visible on the coffee table as Campus Security entered the dorm room. The occupants were asked who was responsible for the marijuana, and the Client admitted possessing the marijuana. The local police were summonsed and the suspected marijuana was field tested positive. The Client was charged with simple possession of marijuana (first offense).
RESULT: DISMISSED on 3/23/11
POLICE REPORT: Police were called to a local high school house party by a concerned parent. When the Police arrived, they allegedly witnessed the Defendant and another individual standing on the front porch of the house, each with one hand holding a bag of suspected marijuana. The Police approached and seized the suspected marijuana. The substance field tested positive for marijuana and the Client was arrested for possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 2/16/11
POLICE REPORT: Client was driving and had to pull her vehicle over because her passenger was sick. While the vehicle was stopped a police cruiser pulled up behind the Client. The Officer approached and spoke with the Client. While they were speaking the Officer detected a strong odor of freshly burnt marijuana. The Client was asked if there was any marijuana within the car. The Client admitted to possessing marijuana and handed the Officer a small bag containing suspected marijuana. Police then charged the Client was possession of marijuana, first offense.
RESULT: DISMISSED on 2/11/11
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