Providence DUI Attorney, James Powderly

Providence DUI defense attorney James Powderly supplies tenacious and successful representation to individuals who have been charged with DUI (Driving Under the Influence) and other offenses throughout Rhode Island. Since entering into private practice, attorney Powderly has successfully defended roughly 500 clients from DUI and other assorted criminal offenses. Providence DUI defense lawyer James Powderly is an active member of the National College of DUI Defense, is a certified Breath Alcohol Testing Technician, and is certified in NHTSA Field Sobriety Testing.

An essential part of any successful defense is early intervention. Anyone charged with a DUI needs a Providence DUI attorney who is aware of all Rhode Island criminal laws pertaining to drunk driving. Protecting clients’ rights and freedoms in DUI cases is what Providence DUI lawyer James Powderly does on a daily basis. Mr. Powderly is available at any time at 401-662-9006 to discuss a case.

Rhode Island DUI Overview

Due to the state of Rhode Island’s recent “crack down” on drunk driving offenders, the state’s DUI laws are among the harshest in the nation. An individual without proper representation from Providence DUI lawyer James Powderly is in danger of paying significant penalties include the loss of a license, thousands of dollars in fines, a criminal conviction on their record, higher insurance premiums, and jail time.

Driving under the influence (DUI) is one of the most commonly handed out charges in the criminal justice system. Refusing to take a chemical test after being stopped on suspicion of drunk driving carries its own penalties which can include the loss of a license for 6 to 12 months, fines, community service, DUI education classes, and other penalties. The majority of Rhode Island’s DUI accusations are misdemeanors. Despite this, receiving 3 DUI offenses within a 5-year period becomes a felony. In addition, Rhode Island enhances the DUI penalties for individuals who are convicted with a blood or breath alcohol level (BAC) of more than .15.

If you have been charged with a DUI offense in Providence or the surrounding areas, contact Providence DUI defense attorney James Powderly at 401-662-9006 to discuss your case and to determine the best plan for your defense.