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Domestic Violence Case Dismissed
In this case, Jason represented a victim whose spouse was arrested on domestic violence charges. She didn’t want to go […]

Second Offense DUI
Facts: Client was arrested and charged with DUI and breathalyzer refusal. It was the second time in three years. Results: […]

Domestic Assault Dismissed
Facts: Client was charged with domestic assault on two members of the family. Results: After gathering evidence from the client’s […]

Case Result: A commercial driver’s license holder gets a DUI
Facts: The client, a commercial truck driver, got a DUI and breathalyzer refusal charge. Results: After negotiation with the prosecutor, […]

Sexual assault
Facts: Juvenile was charged with first degree sexual assault. Results: Charge dropped to felony assault with probation and suspended jail […]

New Result: Road Rage
Facts: The client was charged with reckless driving and throwing an object at a moving vehicle. The client had become […]

Sexual Assault
Facts: Client charged with sexual contact with a person in their sleep. Result: Not guilty after trial.

New Result: Domestic Assault
Facts: The client and his spouse got into an argument. The spouse was hit and had a bloody nose. The […]


Rhode Island Lawyer Results: Traffic Ticket Dismissed
Facts: Client was unfairly charged with failure to signal after having some words with a police officer. Results: After negotiation, […]

Rhode Island Lawyer Results: Domestic Assault
Facts: client was charged with domestic assault. An independent witness observed the incident. Results: case dismissed

Rhode Island Lawyer Results: Traffic Ticket for No Insurance Coverage
Facts: Client was in a fender bender and did not have insurance. The client was looking at a mandatory six month […]

Rhode Island Lawyer Results: Sexual Assault
Facts: Client was charged with forcible sexual assault at knife point. Results: Client pled no contest to two misdemeanor charges with no […]

Rhode Island Lawyer Results: Restraining Order
Facts: Client, who was involved in a long term dispute with a family member, applied to the Family Court for a […]

RI Lawyer Results: DUI and Chemical Test Refusal
Facts: Client was charged with DUI and chemical test refusal. After negotiation with the city prosecutor, the client was allowed to […]

Case Result: Drug trafficking
Facts: The client was charged with possession with intent to distribute cocaine after a very large quantity of cocaine was […]

New Result: Possession with intent to distribute marijuana
Facts: In this case, the client was caught red handed dealing marijuana in an educational environment. The police found a […]

Traffic Matter
Facts: Client was charged with failure to report an accident after running into a fence. Results: Case dismissed after Attorney […]

Traffic Matter
FACTS: Client caused an accident with severe property damage. Case went to trial on the traffic citations. RESULT: Not Guilty […]

Accused of Hitting Girlfriend & Punching Car Window
Facts: Client accused of hitting his girlfriend and punching out the car window of a bystander. Result: All charges dismissed.

Case Result: Breaking and Entering
Facts: Client accused of breaking and entering. Client was on probation and facing jail time. Result: Charge reduced to misdemeanor […]

Case Result: DUI & Criminal Refusal
Facts: Client charged with DUI and criminal refusal of a breathalyzer. Results: Charge reduced to reckless driving with no conviction […]

Case Result: Domestic Assault
Facts: Client accused of domestic assault. A conviction would result in deportation. Results: Case dismissed with conditions on day of […]

Case Result: Domestic Assault and Domestic Disorderly Conduct
Facts: Client charged with domestic assault and domestic disorderly conduct after a fight with his spouse. Results: Case dismissed.

Case Result: Charged with breaking and entering and felony assault
Facts: Client and two others charged with breaking and entering and felony assault after getting into a fight with a […]

Case Result: Accused of Domestic Assault. Client was on Probation
Facts: Client accused of domestic assault. Client was on probation and facing five years in jail. Result: Dismissed.

Case Result: Accused of juvenile sexual assault
Facts: A juvenile client was charged with sexually molesting multiple victims. Results: After negotiation, the client pled guilty to a […]

Case Result: Charged with a third DUI and Breathalyzer test refusal
Facts: client was charged with the third DUI in five years along with a subsequent Breathalyzer refusal offense. Result: DUI […]

Case Result: Convicted sex offender on probation violation
Facts: Client was a convicted sex offender on probation. Probation alleged that the client was stalking minors on the internet […]

Case Result: Domestic assault
Facts: Client charged with assaulting his mother. Prosecutor was unwilling to negotiate. Passed the case for trial. Results: Dismissed

Case Result: Domestic assault
Facts: Client beat up his girlfriend and was caught on video doing it. Results: Case dismissed.

Case Result: Traffic matter
Facts: That client had appeared without a lawyer in front of the traffic court judge and took a plea that […]

Case Result: Assault with a deadly weapon
Facts: Client was charged with felony assault with a deadly weapon after stabbing another person with a pair of scissors […]

Case Result: Expungement
Facts: Client had two criminal matters which have been resolved but remained on his record including a felony. Results: The […]

Case Result: Federal court – sale of counterfeit pharmaceuticals
Facts: The Homeland Security Agency had conducted a lengthy investigation. After a series of controlled buys, a search warrant, and […]

Case Result: Domestic assault
Facts: Client charged with domestic assault on his son-in-law. Results: Case dismissed.

Case Result: Domestic matter
Facts: Client was accused of beating up her boyfriend. Boyfriend was cooperative with the police and gave a witness statement. […]

Case Result: DUI and refusal
Facts: Client hit several cars and drove his own car over an embankment. Charged with DUI and breathalyzer refusal.Results: Client allowed to […]

Case Result: DUI
Facts: Client charged with DUI. Client was seriously intoxicated and simply could not drive. Results: Case resolved with no criminal conviction […]

Case Result: Shoplifting
Facts: Client charged with shoplifting. Client was observed on video stealing multiple items. Results: Dismissed.

DUI Penalties: Did the State of Rhode Island Create A Get Out Of Jail Free Card?
Recent Legal Changes Recent changes in the DUI law in Rhode Island have prompted the law enforcement community to adapt […]

Rhode Island Bail FAQ
What is bail? Bail is money. When a defendant is charged with a crime, he or she may be asked […]

Rhode Island DUI Task Force to Crack Down This Holiday
This holiday season, Rhode Island State Police will be out in full force this holiday season in search of drunk […]

Upcoming lectures by Jason Knight
I will be speaking at a couple of lectures in the near future. The first is a RI Bar Association […]

Social Profiles – Law Office of Jason Knight
Immediately following a criminal arrest, you will need to ensure that you have the legal resources set in place for […]

Search & Seizure Laws Regarding Drug Crime Charges
The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution clearly states that people cannot be subjected to unfair searches and seizures […]

Jason Knight Wins RI Monthly 2019 Professional Excellence in Law Award
Attorney Jason Knight has captured a 2019 Professional Excellence in Law award by Rhode Island Monthly for being one of the state’s best criminal […]

Jason Knight Wins Professional Excellence Award a Third Time
Attorney Knight Recognized by Rhode Island Monthly as a Top Local Criminal Defense Lawyer Attorney Jason Knight has been recognized for […]

Attorney Knight Selected to 2021 Rhode Island Super Lawyers List
We are excited to share that Attorney Jason Knight has been named to the 2021 Rhode Island Super Lawyers list. The list […]


What’s the Difference Between Getting Your Record Expunged vs. Sealed?
Having a criminal record can affect your ability to secure employment, housing, and even educational opportunities. Fortunately, Rhode Island law […]

Understanding Murder Charges: Degrees Explained
When facing murder charges, it can help to have an understanding of the distinctions between the degrees of murder. In […]

The Role of Intent in Drug Possession Cases
You’ve borrowed your friend’s car for a quick errand. Out of nowhere, flashing lights fill your rearview mirror, and suddenly, […]

The Legal Consequences of Multiple DUI Offenses
When it comes to driving under the influence, the road to redemption gets narrower with each offense. A first DUI […]

Statutory Rape Laws in Rhode Island: Age of Consent and Legal Consequences
When does a mistake or misunderstanding become a crime? In Rhode Island, the answer lies in understanding the statutory rape […]

Rhode Island Expungement Laws
Your past shouldn’t define your future, yet for many, having a Rhode Island criminal record can feel like an anchor. […]

Revenge Porn: When Is It a Crime?
Imagine being accused of sharing private, intimate images without someone’s consent. The panic sets in as you realize the seriousness […]

If I Have a DUI, Will I Fail a Background Check?
The email you’ve been waiting for arrives. The position is perfect—the company, the pay, the chance to start fresh. But […]

Felony Expungement: How to Get a Felony Expunged?
Sometimes, a mistake from the past can cast a long shadow over your future. A felony conviction, for instance, may […]

Falsely Accused of Assault and Battery? What You Should Consider Doing
The moment you hear, “You’re under investigation,” your heart stops. When you’re falsely accused of battery or assault, the panic […]

Exploitation of a Minor Charges
Some accusations don’t just threaten your freedom—they change the course of your entire life. When the line between responsibility and […]

DUI Case Process in Rhode Island
Facing a DUI charge under Rhode Island law can be intimidating due to the unique local regulations and penalties. If […]

Digital Forensics in Cyber Security
You’ve just been accused of a cybercrime. Maybe it’s hacking, identity theft, or fraud. Now you’re staring at the screen, […]

Asset Forfeiture in Drug-Related Cases: What You Need to Know
You’re running late, your hands tight on the wheel, when red and blue flashing lights flicker behind you. The officer’s […]

The Most Common Federal Crimes and Their Penalties
The stakes couldn’t be higher when the federal government comes after you. You’re not just up against an accusation but […]

Case Result: Possession of Child Pornography
Facts: Client charged with possession of child pornography. Results: After negotiation, client was able to plead to computer fraud. Client […]

Top Strategies for Defending DUI Charges in Rhode Island
Being convicted of a DUI can have devastating consequences on a person’s life. That’s why it’s important to build a […]

Understanding Domestic Violence and Assault Laws in Rhode Island
Rhode Island takes domestic violence and assault charges seriously, recognizing their devastating impact on individuals and families. It is essential to understand […]

Protecting Your Rights in Rhode Island Federal Cases
Federal cases carry unique complexities and require specific expertise to navigate successfully. If you are facing a federal case in […]

How to Hire a Criminal Lawyer
When people are charged with a crime and have a court date looming, they often rush to hire a criminal […]

Rhode Island Domestic Violence Law – The Basics
Domestic criminal cases are crimes that involve people who are married, roommates, have children in common, and/or people in serious […]