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Rhode Island Criminal Defense Lawyer

Defending Those Arrested for Crimes & DUI in Rhode Island

When you or a family member has been charged with drunk driving (DUI, DWI, OUI), sexual assault, or any other criminal offense your license, your liberty, and your life are in jeopardy. All Rhode Island criminal cases require an experienced Rhode Island DUI attorney with the reputation, experience, and skill to successfully guide you through the legal process and achieve the best possible outcome.

As a former prosecutor, Bail Commissioner, and Municipal Court Judge, Rhode Island criminal defense attorney Humphrey has experience handling all sides of a criminal case, and he can successfully defend you.

In addition to drunk driving cases, Rhode Island criminal defense attorney Humphrey handles a wide variety of criminal cases, from first degree sexual assault to misdemeanors.

Experienced Rhode Island Criminal Defense Lawyer Robert H. Humphrey is a frequent lecturer for the Rhode Island Bar Association and other education programs.

He has educated Rhode Island lawyers in DUI and criminal cases. Whether you’ve been charged with a violent crime like murder or a mere alcohol criminal offense, you can trust a leader in the criminal law field to provide the effective defense you deserve.

When Should You Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney?

You should hire a criminal defense attorney promptly. Preferably, it would be beneficial to have an attorney from the moment of your arrest. Unfortunately, this does not occur in real-life matters so you should attempt to speak to an attorney as soon you can after being released from your arrest.

Experienced Rhode Island Criminal Defense Lawyer​ Humphrey is available 24 hours a day to assist you or your family. Please call (401) 441-5486 or email him for a FREE criminal case evaluation.

Testimonials

    "I called the phone number I found online at 3am"
    I couldn't be happier with the representation my fiancé received from the Law Offices of Robert H. Humphrey. Him and Kathleen were always available when we needed them and we often felt like they went the extra mile. I called the phone number I found online at 3am after my fiancé was arrested under the assumption I would reach an answering machine but Attorney Humphrey answered and said he would be at the courthouse at 9am if I hired him at 3am. Between him and Kathleen they made the best of an awful situation and we are extremely grateful we had him to represent my fiancé.
    - Andrea
    "your law firm will receive my highest recommendation."
    Thank you again for representing me during my expungement hearing. I was very pleased with the level of professionalism, expertise and attention to detail that your law firm demonstrated. Although I hope never to return to 6th District Court, if I find myself ever needing a lawyer - or if someone I know needs one - your law firm will receive my highest recommendation.
    - D.K.A.
    "I couldn't be happier with his representation."
    The first moment I saw him in Court I knew I had hired the right attorney. It was clear that Attorney Humphrey was greatly respected by both the Judge and all the other attorneys in the courtroom. I was impressed that he had written the Rhode Island book on DUI law and other attorneys kept coming up to him and asking for legal advice. He expertly and efficiently handled the DUI and refusal case. I couldn't be happier with his representation.
    - Sylvia
    "I was extremely impressed"
    When I was charged with a drunk driving offense after a motor vehicle accident, I was extremely worried because I need my license to drive to work in Massachusetts. I was extremely impressed by Attorney Humphrey's ability to move my case quickly and efficiently through the system and to successfully resolve my case after only two court appearances.
    - John
    "I cannot emphasize enough how much Robert did for my son and our family."
    When my college student son informed me that he had been implicated in a sexual assault involving another college student in Providence, I was extremely concerned. I contacted a local Massachusetts attorney who referred me to Attorney Robert H. Humphrey because of his reputation in the area of sexual assault defense. During my initial meeting with Robert and Attorney Petta from his office, my son and I were immediately put at ease. Based on his experience representing college students involved in criminal cases, the case was quickly and successfully resolved. I cannot emphasize enough how much Robert did for my son and our family. I highly recommend him to any parent who college-aged child runs afoul of the law.
    - Paul
    "he treated it as an important case and got me a good settlement."
    I was in a car accident on the way home from work. Although my case wasn't "a big case" according to other lawyers, it was important to me. My husband immediately contacted Bob and he treated it as an important case and got me a good settlement.
    - C.F.
    "I would recommend his services to anyone!"
    I was on probation when I was arrested by the Middletown police for drunk driving. I knew I needed a great attorney if I wanted to avoid jail. I found Attorney Humphrey and met him at his office. He listened to me and helped alleviate my concerns. He used his considerable skills to keep me out of jail. For anyone charged with a probation violation, you should hire Attorney Humphrey. I have already referred another case to him and I would recommend his services to anyone!
    - Joe
    "You truly saved my life!!"
    As a student at URI, I was deeply concerned when the Narragansett Police charged me with two (2) felonies and a misdemeanor. I feared that I would be expelled from school and quite possibly have to serve lengthy jail time. Fortunately, my parents contacted you. Based on your reputation with the Court and the Department of Attorney General and your trial advocacy skills, the felony charges were dismissed and the plea disposition agreement that I entered into did not result in a criminal conviction. Since this unfortunate event, I have turned my life around and I am helping others struggling with addiction. I would strongly recommend your law firm to anyone whose life is in jeopardy because of criminal charges. You truly saved my life!!
    - Brad

Why Choose Law Offices of Robert H. Humphrey?

  • Honest and Straightforward Counsel
  • Free Initial, No-Obligation Consultation
  • Highly Recommended by Past Clients
  • Valuable Insight as a Former Prosecutor
  • More than 30 Years of Experience

Criminal Defense Lawyer Humphrey Wrote the Rhode Island Book on DUI Law

In 2025, RI Criminal defense attorney Humphrey continued his series of lectures for the prosecutors and defense lawyers of the State of Rhode Island for the Rhode Island Bar Association on the successful prosecution and defense of drunk driving cases.

As Rhode Island’s DUI authority, Attorney Humphrey prepared Rhode Island’s DUI Practice Manual entitled, “Drunk Driving: Detection, Prosecution, and Defense”.

His DUI practice manual 2025 update is widely used by drunk driving law practitioners in courtrooms throughout Rhode Island.

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