If you’ve been served with a restraining order in Rhode Island, it’s important to understand the serious legal consequences and act quickly to protect your rights. At Marin, Barrett & Murphy Law Firm, our experienced criminal defense attorneys provide aggressive and strategic legal representation for individuals facing restraining orders, including Family Court protective orders and District Court no-contact orders. We know how damaging these orders can be to your personal reputation, your job, and your family relationships—and we’re here to fight for you.
Restraining orders can be issued based on allegations of domestic violence, harassment, stalking, or threats. In many cases, these orders are granted without the accused having a chance to respond. Violating a restraining order—intentionally or not—can result in criminal charges and even jail time. That’s why it’s crucial to have a skilled defense attorney who understands Rhode Island’s laws and knows how to challenge the validity of the allegations.
At Marin, Barrett & Murphy, we thoroughly review the facts of your case, examine the evidence presented, and ensure your side of the story is heard. We work to contest false accusations, negotiate modifications, and when possible, seek to have the restraining order dismissed. Our goal is to protect your rights, restore your reputation, and provide you with the strongest legal defense possible.
Whether you’re facing a temporary or permanent restraining order, don’t face the legal system alone. Contact Marin, Barrett & Murphy Law Firm today for a confidential consultation. Our attorneys are ready to stand by your side and help you navigate every step of the restraining order defense process in Rhode Island.
In Rhode Island, there are two devices for clearing your record: sealing and expungement. The effect is the same but the process for obtaining them differs.
Most people are surprised to learn that acquittals and dismissals remain part of their record, but they do. Any background check would still turn up the fact that the charges were filed. There is a court fee for expungement, but not for sealing. To learn more about record expungement and record sealing, schedule a free consultation with Rhode Island record expungement lawyer Stefanie A. Murphy.
Expungement is not automatic. Satisfying the eligibility criteria described above merely gives you the right to apply for expungement. The final decision remains with the judge, who is required by law to examine whether:
Expungement clears your criminal record when it comes to answering employment questions or testifying as a witness. You are no longer prevented from exercising most civil rights that are restricted for people with convictions.
Your conviction may, however, still be used as a prior offense to increase the severity of a sentence if you commit another crime. The expungement law also requires that the conviction still be disclosed in any application for employment in positions that call for special trust, such as law enforcement, the practice of law, or teaching.
The formation of Marin, Barrett & Murphy signifies a strengthened alliance dedicated to providing exceptional legal services. Clients can expect a collaborative approach that combines deep legal expertise with a steadfast commitment to achieving favorable outcomes.
We take the time to make sure you understand all your legal issues, risks and consequences, that starts at your free evaluation.
Stefanie Murphy's experience as a prosecutor allows her to build strong cases knowing the procedures and strategies of how the authorities will prosecute your case.
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At Marin, Barrett & Murphy, we believe every client deserves a powerful defense and an unwavering advocate. Our team is built on decades of courtroom experience, led by skilled trial attorneys who don’t back down. Whether you’re facing a DUI, drug charge, or serious criminal allegation, we bring a relentless, strategic approach to every case—fighting for your rights, your future, and the outcome you deserve. When the stakes are high, we’re in your corner
