As a former criminal prosecutor and now as defense counsel, Ms. Ariel has thorough familiarity with the system of criminal justice and the necessity for protection of individual rights under Rhode Island criminal law and the U.S. Constitution. We provide competent and responsive legal representation to individuals who have been arrested or charged with a crime under Rhode Island law including violations, misdemeanors and felonies, such as, assault and battery, domestic violence, drug offenses, traffic offenses and driving under the influence, theft and larceny, probation violations and other offenses.

If you are arrested, generally, you have the right to remain silent, to have legal counsel, to make a phone call, and to release or bond. Of course, there are circumstances under which these rights may be denied or abridged. An experienced criminal lawyer can advise you and assist you through all stages of the criminal process - from arrest, arraignment, pretrial detention or release, pretrial conference, plea negotiation, hearing or trial, and ensure your rights are protected.