Sex Crimes & Offenses Rhode Island
Defending Against Possession and Distribution of Child Pornography Charges in Rhode Island
Digital crimes involving the possession or distribution of illegal explicit materials carry devastating social stigma and incredibly harsh prison sentences. In Rhode Island, law en...
Online Enticement and Undercover Police Chat Room Stings in Rhode Island
Defending Against Cyber-Grooming Allegations in RIWith the rise of dating apps and social media, the Rhode Island Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, Providence co...
Prostitution and Solicitation Stings in Rhode Island: Penalties and Defense Strategies
The Reality of Solicitation Stings in Rhode IslandFor nearly thirty years, Rhode Island had a unique legal loophole that decriminalized indoor prostitution, making it the only sta...
First, Second, and Third-Degree Sexual Assault Charges in Rhode Island Explained
Sexual assault allegations can turn your life upside down overnight. In Rhode Island, prosecutors aggressively pursue these cases, and the court system handles them with extreme st...
Rhode Island Sex Offender Registry Laws: Housing, Travel, and Employment Restrictions
A conviction for a sex crime carries consequences that last long after a prison sentence ends. In Rhode Island, the R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-37.1-1 creates a rigid system that governs w...
Navigating Age of Consent and Statutory Rape Charges in Rhode Island
Understanding Rhode Island Statutory Rape LawsFacing a statutory rape charge in Rhode Island is a life-altering event. Legally classified as third-degree sexual assault or child m...