Rhode Island Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

• Q: Should I Take The Breath Test?
  A: That depends! Have you been drinking? If you haven't had a drop by all means take the test when asked. If you fail to do so you will be charged with refusal. Although … More
• Q: What Do I Say If I'm Asked If I've Been Drinking?
  A: If you tell the officer that you have had anything at all to drink then you will probably be asked to take a breath test. Therefore the answer is NO! If you are asked … More
• Q: What Are The Speed Limits In Rhode Island?
  A: Unless Otherwise Posted Prima Facie Interstate 65 mph Ltd Access Rds 55 mph Other Primary Rds 55 mph Residential 25 mph More
• Q: How Are Speed Limits Enforced?
  A: Enforced through use of: Pacing Yes Radar Yes Vascar No Photo Radar No Aircraft Yes Laser Yes More
• Q: How Can Tickets Be Paid?
  A: Tickets can be paid by mail or in person.
• Q: Is Trial By Declaration Allowed?
  A: No
• Q: When Is A Jury Trial Allowed?
  A: Speeding No Parking No Equipment No DWI Yes *Note: Speeding and all minor traffic violations are handled by the Administrative Adjudication Division. More
• Q: What Is A Member Nonresident Compact?
  A: Nonresident motorist receiving a ticket in a member state will receive the same treatment as resident motorists. If your state or the state you receive a ticket in is … More
• Q: What Is A Member Driver License Compact?
  A: If you receive a ticket, warning, etc. in another state and your state is a member, you state will be notified about the ticket.
• Q: When And Where Do I File Accident Reports?
  A: All accidents must be reported immediately to the local authorities and (if the accident results in death, personal injury, or property damage exceeding $500) within … More
• Q: What Are The Resident Insurance Requirements?
  A: Compulsory insurance law and financial responsibility law with both security­type and future proof­type when there has been an accident resulting in personal … More