BWI charges filed against RI man

Posted on June 16th, 2010 No Comments

Rhode Island’s Department of Environmental Management Police arrested the 27-year-old man responsible for the death of two women, and promptly delivered him to court.

The man was pressed with six criminal charges, five of which are felonies, surrounding a May 16 crash into Despair Island in the early morning that left two Massachusetts women dead. The Newport Superior Court set his court date for June 26. His charges include operation so as to endanger, reckless boating, refusing to submit to a chemical test, and two counts of operating a watercraft under the influence. With multiple counts resulting in death, the prison sentences that are associated with these counts are heightened to their maximum range.

The Rhode Island Attorney General used the case to highlight the differences between DWI and BWI charges, and the necessity for stricter maximum punishments for BWI charges.

If you or someone you know is facing a charge of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol, a knowledgeable attorney that is able to provide you with a working understanding of your case may be your best defense. Contact James Powderley, the Rhode Island DUI defense attorney, by calling 401-662-9006 today to discuss your case.

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AT&T offers new ignition lock

Posted on June 10th, 2010 No Comments

AT&T has added their name into the line-up of ignition locks available in Rhode Island for law enforcement officials to use.

While there are three other companies working in the state to provide breathalyzer ignition locks for the law enforcement community, AT&T’s contribution is a lock that includes a global positioning device that will pinpoint the vehicle for police to immediate locate and intercept. The hope, for authorities, is that these types of immediate response devices will prevent further complications that less technologically advanced models cannot. With these devices, police can arrive to assist the public, protecting them from potential confrontations with a possibly belligerent drunk driver.

Other models prevent engine start-up and trigger an alarm from the car. AT&T’s model does this as well as providing GPS information to local police.

If you have been charged with a DUI-related offense, knowing your rights can help establish your defense. Turn to representation that you can trust, and contact the Rhode Island drunk driving defense attorney James Powderley by calling 401-662-9006 to discuss your case today.

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Rollover accident leads to DUI charge against Rhode Island teen

Posted on May 27th, 2010 No Comments

Police have charged a 19 year-old woman with DUI after a single-vehicle rollover accident.

The woman rolled her car over in Barrington, Rhode Island, on the Wampanoag Trail by the Riverside line. The incident occurred some time around 1 a.m. Sunday morning. When emergency crews arrived, the fire department needed to use the jaws of life to remove her from her vehicle. Despite these measures, she was released from the hospital shortly after arriving there.

Police have officially charged her with DUI, but have not determined whether that means the cause of the accident could be attributed to drinking alcohol or taking prescription drugs. The woman is expected to appear before the Providence District Court on Wednesday.

Law enforcement officials are still investigating the exact cause of the incident.

If you have been charged with DUI, knowing your legal rights is the best defense against accusations. To get expert legal advice and representation, you should find a professional name in law that you can trust. The Rhode Island DUI defense attorney James Powderley is here to help you with legal counsel that could make the difference in your case. Contact us today by calling 401-662-9006.

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Driving on New Year’s Eve

Posted on December 30th, 2009 No Comments

New Year’s Eve is one of the largest festive days in the country. People throw parties to welcome in the new year, and, more often than not, alcohol is involved. Because of the revelries, it is also one of the most dangerous times to be on the road.

Because New Year’s Eve parties have to last till at least midnight, there is also a high number of drunk drivers on the road at the same time. To combat this danger, police departments often have many officers on the roads. Some cities even have judges to immediately serve warrants requiring breathalyzer tests, making it even more dangerous to be caught drinking and driving.

If you or someone you love has been accused of DUI or DWI, contact Rhode Island DUI lawyer James Powderly today by calling 401-662-9006.

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