Rhode Island Criminal Lawyer

A North Dakota man’s bond reduction request in a recent manslaughter case was denied on April 14, 2008.  The request asked for the penalty to be lowered from $150,000 to $50,000 based on the man’s community involvement and income level.  The judge denied the motion, however, because of previous criminal history including fleeing, felony escape, and bail jumping convictions.  The man had also recently been charged with drug paraphernalia possession and providing alcohol to a minor in 2007.

The manslaughter case responsible for the bond occurred in October of last year.  The passenger in the man’s vehicle died after their vehicle struck a street light post while speeding.   Vehicular manslaughter can be charged when a death occurs because of violation of traffic and safety laws.

If you need representation in a criminal defense case, contact the experienced Rhode Island lawyer James Powderly today at 401.662.9006.