Rhode Island Sex Crimes Lawyer

Being accused of a Sex Crime can be one of the most embarrassing and traumatic events in a person’s life.   For most people these are extremely difficult crimes to comprehend and to successfully defend.  As a result of his knowledge in the area of Sex Crimes, Attorney Humphrey is a frequent lecturer at educational programs including the Rhode Island Bar Association and Salve Regina University.  Attorney Robert H. Humphrey’s article entitled “Surveying Sex Crimes Law in Rhode Island” was published in the Rhode Island Bar Journal in 2005.  In 2006, Attorney Robert H. Humphrey was appointed by Governor Carcieri to serve on the Sex Offender Board of Review.

The broad definition of Sex Crimes includes many different types of offenses as outlined below. 

• First Degree Sexual Assault the penalty for which includes imprisonment for a period of not less than ten (10) years and may include imprisonment for life. 
• Second Degree Sexual Assault the penalty for which includes imprisonment for a period of not less than three (3) years and not more than fifteen (15) years.
• Third Degree Sexual Assault the penalty for which includes imprisonment for not more than five (5) years.
• Assault with intent to commit a first degree sexual assault the penalty for which includes imprisonment for not less than three (3) years and not more than twenty (20) years.
• First Degree Child Molestation Sexual Assault the penalty for which includes imprisonment for a period of not less than twenty five (25) years and may result in imprisonment for life.
• Second Degree Child Molestation Sexual Assault the penalty for which includes imprisonment for a period of not less than six (6) years and not more than thirty (30) years.
• Abominable and Detestable Crime against Nature the penalty for which includes imprisonment for a period of not less than seven (7) years and not more than twenty (20) years.
• Pandering the penalty for which includes imprisonment for not less than one (1) year and not more than five (5) years and a fine of not less than two thousand dollars ($2,000.00) and not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000.00).
• Loitering for Indecent Purposes the penalty for which includes imprisonment for a term not exceeding six (6) months or a fine of not less than two hundred and fifty dollars ($250.00) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) or both.
• Disorderly Conduct pursuant to R.I.G.L. 11-45-1(a)(7) the penalty for which includes imprisonment for a term not more than six (6) months or a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) or both.
• Indecent Exposure – Disorderly Conduct the penalty for which includes imprisonment for a term of not more than one (1) year or a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) or both.
• Probation/Bail Violations based on an alleged Sexual Assault.

Allow Attorney Robert H. Humphrey’s reputation, experience, and skill to successfully guide you through the legal process when you have been charged with a Sex Offense in Rhode Island.

Contact Attorney Robert H. Humphrey and the Law Offices of Robert H. Humphrey about your legal matter today.