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What to Do If You're Arrested on St. Patrick's Day
Getting arrested can be a stressful experience but it's important to know you have rights and options. We are here to offer guidance...
Ann Sheeley
Mar 12, 2024

How Do You Prove the Police Used Entrapment to Pull You Over For a DUI?
Understanding Rhode Island’s Entrapment Laws and when can you use it as a DUI defense.
Ann Sheeley
Dec 29, 2023

Ignition Interlock Devices: How an IID Safeguard Roads and Lives Against Drunk Driving
Sheeley Law has partnered with Interlock Install to educate you about Ignition Interlock Devices and how they can prevent drunk driving.
Lauren McDowell, Interlock Install
Aug 1, 2023

"Arrest Me, I'm Irish" – Disorderly Conduct & Other Common Arrests on St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day is around the corner! In our latest blog, we discuss the top reasons people get arrested during the days-long festivities.
Ann Sheeley
Mar 8, 2023


Should You Hire a Lawyer for a DUI in Rhode Island?
If you are arrested DUI, there are many decisions you'll need to make, including if you should hire a lawyer. Learn about your options:
Ann Sheeley
Jan 13, 2023


Can I Still Get Arrested for Marijuana Now That It’s Legal in Rhode Island?
Learn how the Rhode Island Cannabis Act effects both prior and new cannabis-related arrests, and what you can do to clear your name.
Ann Sheeley
Nov 23, 2022

Ever Been Arrested for Marijuana in Rhode Island? Now is the Time to Expunge Your Record.
With the legalization of marijuana in RI, now is the time to expunge your record and remove prior cannabis-criminal charges. Learn more...
Ann Sheeley
Jun 22, 2022

Wrongly Convicted of a Crime? New RI Law Provides Innocent Prisoners Monetary Compensation
Imagine going to prison for a crime you didn't commit? Learn about RI's new law that allows the wrongfully convicted to be compensated.
Ann Sheeley
Apr 27, 2022

How Do I Expunge My Record in Rhode Island?
If you’re concerned about having a criminal charge on your record, it’s important to read this expungement article and contact Sheeley Law.
Ann Sheeley
Feb 1, 2022

Important Tips To Help You Kick Off Summer Safely This Memorial Day Weekend
The unofficial start of the summer is finally here! With restrictions recently lifted and folks eager to return to a sense of normalcy,...
Ann Sheeley
May 26, 2021

Accidents and DUIs Are On The Rise As We Edge Towards Normal – Follow These Tips to Stay Safe
As more people get vaccinated and COVID restrictions ease, a perfect storm is brewing that's resulting in more accidents and DUIs.
Ann Sheeley
May 10, 2021


Don’t Push Your Luck This St. Paddy’s Day—Tips to Avoid a DUI or Accident
Don’t push your luck this St. Patrick’s Day. Read our blog for important tips to avoid a DUI or accident.
Ann Sheeley
Mar 15, 2021


Expunging Your Record Can Give You a Fresh Start in 2021
If an arrest, charge or conviction has been haunting you, expunging your record could give you the fresh start you need in 2021.
Ann Sheeley
Jan 11, 2021

Tips to Ring in the New Year Safely
New Year’s is one of the most celebrated and dangerous holidays for DUIs and accidents. Follow these tips to ring in the New Year safely.
Ann Sheeley
Dec 31, 2020

How COVID-19 Is Impacting Rhode Island’s Criminal Justice System
Rhode Island has implemented important measures to reduce the number of people entering its courthouses and potentially spreading the virus.
Ann Sheeley
Apr 8, 2020


Think DUIs Only Involve Alcohol ~ Think Again!
What You Need to Know about Marijuana and Other “Drugged Driving” Offenses When most people think of Driving Under the Influence (DUI),...
Ann Sheeley
Dec 5, 2019

Memorial Day Weekend is the Most Dangerous Weekend – Tips to Keep You Safe
Memorial Day weekend is among our most favorite holidays, as it marks the unofficial start of summer. For most southern New Englanders,...
Ann Sheeley
May 24, 2019


Spring Has Arrived and That Means Personal Injuries Will Be On The Rise – Tips to Keep You Safe
Spring has finally arrived and warm weather is just around the corner. Despite all of our excitement, our inherent desire to have fun and...
Ann Sheeley
Mar 27, 2019


Alarming Statistics about St. Patrick’s Day and Drinking
St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday where everyone seems to be Irish. This year, it falls on a Sunday with the infamous Newport St. Patrick’s...
Ann Sheeley
Mar 13, 2019


Do You Know Your Rights If You Are Stopped By The Police?
Police encounters of all kinds can evoke fear and anxiety, regardless of whether or not you’ve done anything illegal. As a Rhode Island...
Ann Sheeley
Oct 19, 2018
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