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We Have the Experience to Keep You Out of Jail!

A criminal charge can be a life-altering experience that brings with it overwhelming fear and disruption to you and your family’s life.
Conviction Consequences Might Have Irreversible Consequences:

Long jail sentences
Heavy fines
Permanent marks on your criminal record
Loss of employment
Loss of civil rights
Loss of your reputation and goodwill

If you are not a citizen of the United States, the consequences may result in deportation or exclusion.

The police have charged you with a Rhode Island misdemeanor. Typical misdemeanors might be simple assault and battery, driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI), disorderly conduct, vandalism, domestic assault, shoplifting, and most crimes that carry a maximum sentence of no more than one year at the ACI.

What Happens Next?

During your free case evaluation, we will:

1. Listen to your situation

Listen to your situation and ask you detailed questions in order to make a fair assessment.

2. Share our experiences

Share our experiences with similar situations and how that will benefit you.

3. Explain

Explain exactly what your case or charge means, and what the process will be going forward.

We Have the Experience to Keep You Out of Jail!

Long jail sentences
Heavy fines
Permanent marks on your criminal record
Loss of employment
Loss of civil rights
Loss of your reputation and goodwill

If you are not a citizen of the United States, the consequences may result in deportation or exclusion.

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OUR CLIENTS HIRE US TO WIN. PERIOD.

Practice Areas

Rhode Island Divorce Attorney

If you are contemplating getting divorced or have been served by your spouse, you are going to have questions:

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Drug Crimes

According to the Rhode Island State Police Department, there were 4410 total drug violations recorded in 2010 throughout the state. ...

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Rhode Island Divorce Attorney

Filing for Divorce in Rhode Island? If you are filing for divorce in Rhode Island, you are well aware of ...

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Violent Crimes

According to the FBI, there were 1,214 reported violent crimes in Providence, Rhode Island in 2010. The consequences of a ...

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Sex Crimes – Child Pornography

At the Rhode Island Law Offices of John R. Grasso, our criminal defense attorneys have a proven record of successfully ...

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Federal Crimes

In the United States, a federal crime or federal offense is a crime that is made illegal by U.S. federal ...

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Domestic Violence Lawyer RI

With the Rhode Island legislature passing the Domestic Violence Prevention Act in 1988, Rhode Island domestic violence laws have become ...

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Criminal

A criminal charge can be a life-altering experience that brings with it overwhelming fear and disruption to you and your ...

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Immigration

Facing Immigration Proceedings in US Federal Court? The Law Office of John R. Grasso aggressively defends its clients in removal/deportation ...

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Theft Crimes

When a person is charged with a theft crime it can adversely impact their lives almost immediately. The penalties for ...

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Other Crimes

Sex Crimes: Under Rhode Island law, a sex crime is a sexual advance on an individual that is unwanted and ...

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Medical Marijuana | Marijuana Lawyer Rhode Island

Arrested for Marijuana Possession in Rhode Island? The Rhode Island Law Offices of John R. Grasso is an experienced team ...

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Digital Privacy Lawyer Rhode Island

What will you do when you are arrested for the breaching of digital privacy? Perhaps, you need a competent and ...

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Title IX Defense Attorney

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College & University Discipline

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If you need immediate assistance or advice, call us at 401-272-4001. We are available 24/7 and will return your call immediately.

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Meet the Attorney

Attorney John R. Grasso is admitted to practice law in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and the Federal District Courts, and is a member of the Bar of the United States Supreme Court with 14 years of experience. He has represented criminal defendants charged with misdemeanor and felony crimes in the Rhode Island District and Superior Courts,Traffic Tribunal, Massachusetts District and Superior Courts and the First Circuit Court of Appeals. Attorney Grasso is an adjunct faculty member at Roger Williams University School of Law where he teaches Trial Advocacy and Criminal Litigation. Attorney Grasso has represented many college and university students accused of student conduct offenses to include campus sexual assault and other violations of the student code of conduct.