S Joshua Macktaz
Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney & RI DUI Lawyer with 28 Yrs of ExperienceI have specialized as a RI DUI lawyer and Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney for the past 27 years with INCREDIBLE RESULTS. I am a former Rhode Island Special Assistant Attorney General from 1993-1997. During those years I prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases ranging from disorderly conduct to first degree murder in every Rhode Island County. Additionally, along with other prosecutors, I lectured in-coming police academy cadets on proper drunk driving and Rhode Island DUI investigations and prosecutions. This unique experience has allowed me a wealth of knowledge not readily available to the average Rhode Island DUI lawyer or criminal defense attorney. Since 1997 I have been applying all that I learned as a prosecutor in order to better benefit my private clients. Most importantly, when you hire my firm to represent you, I am the attorney handling your case and appearing in court with you. Unlike a number of firms, I do not send associates to court with you, and I do not rely on paralegals to prepare legal documents. My office provides free consultations, and I am available 24 hours a day for emergencies. My firm provides aggressive, personal representation and we look forward to hearing from you soon. Contact me now for a FREE Consultation: EMAIL or call 401-861-1155 Rhode Island DUI Attorney
- Suffolk University Law School
- J.D.
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- Honors: Cum Laude
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- University of Vermont
- B.A. (1990) | Pre-Law
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- Special Assistant Attorney General
- Attorney General (Criminal Division), Rhode Island
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- I am a former Rhode Island Special Assistant Attorney General from 1993-1997. During those years I prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases ranging from disorderly conduct to first degree murder in every Rhode Island County. Additionally, along with other prosecutors, I lectured in-coming police academy cadets on proper drunk driving and Rhode Island DUI investigations and prosecutions.
- Training Incoming Police Academy Cadets, 1762 Louisquisset Pike, Lincoln, RI 02865
- Rhode Island Municipal Police Training Academy (RIMPTA)
- As Rhode Island’s best DUI defense lawyer, it’s no surprise the Rhode Island Municipal Police Training Academy requested Attorney S. Joshua Macktaz’s help in 2021 with training three (3) of their incoming police cadet classes in DUI and drunk driving investigation.
- Preeminent
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Top Attorney DUI
- Avvo
- Distinguished
- Martindale-Hubbell
- American Jurisprudence Award
- American Jurisprudence
- Rhode Island State Bar
- Member
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- Rhode Island Criminal Defense Lawyers Organization
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- Activities: Defending people charged with DUI, Domestic Assault or any other criminal charges.
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- American Bar Association
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- Rhode Island
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- Free Consultation
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Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
I provide expert representation on DUI and Criminal Defense for reasonable fees, including payment plans depending on the type of case. If you have been arrested for a crime it is important to hire the best lawyer.
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- DUI & DWI
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense
- Traffic Tickets
- Suspended License
- English: Spoken, Written
- Spanish: Spoken, Written
- Q. Is it still illegal to legally own a firearm, while being a medical marijuana patient in Rhode Island?
- A: You can absolutely own a firearm while being involved in the Medical Marijuana Program. However, you cannot get a concealed weapons permit if you are involved in the Program. But you can own as many firearms as you desire...just keep them at home!
- Q. If I post explicit images of my ex online. What can they do legally to me?
- A: You can now be prosecuted for a felony for posting those pictures under a new RI law. I would strongly advise you NOT to do this. However, if you get arrested please call my office for a free consultation at 401.861.1155.
- Q. If you were charged with assault with a deadly weapon, and had it knocked down to Simple assault are there other options
- A: Sounds like it was a difficult case. However, given that the charges were reduced to a misdemeanor you should get it expunged which is the legal equivalent of "it never happened". Feel free to contact my office (401.861.1155) to discuss your options. Thanks.
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