Rhode Island Criminal Defense Lawyer
Michael J. Zarrella Trial Victories
Rhode Island criminal defense lawyer, Michael J. Zarrella, has numerous criminal trial victories thoughout the state of Rhode Island. Whether it is a jury trial in superior court or a bench trial in district court, attorney Zarrellla has had numerous trial victories. Attorney Zarrella has tried cases throughout all of the counties in the state of Rhode Island.
The following are a list of some of the many trial victories that attorney Zarrella has obtained for his clients:
Not Guilty by Jury -Attempted Robbery-Washington County Superior Court
Client was charged with attempting to rob a convenience store by demanding money from the counter clerk and indicating that he was in posession of a firearm. After a full jury trial, the defendent was found not guilty.
Not Guilty by Jury -1st Deree Robbery-Providence County Superior Court
Client was charged with pistol whipping and robbing a wallet and cell phone from a pedestrian. After a week long jury trial, the defendant was found not guilty by a jury.
Not Guilty by Jury -ADW with a golf club-Newport County Superior Court
Client was charged with assaulting the complaining witness with a golf club. After a jury trial, defendant was found not guilty.
Not Guilty by Jury -Felony Larceny-Providence County Superior Court
Client was charged in a three count information charging felony larceny, domestic assault, and domestic disorderly conduct. Client was accused of assaulting his ex-fiance and stealing her ring. After a jury trial, defendant was found not guilty.
Not Guilty by Jury -2nd Degree Child Molestation-Providence Superior Court
Client was charged with second degree child molestation. After a jury trial, client was found not guilty.
Not Guilty by Jury -Breaking and Entering-Providence County Superior Court
Client was charged with several counts of breaking and entering into a business and committing larceny. It was alleged that the defendant would break into the business after-hours. After a full jury trial, defendant was found not guilty.
Not Guilty by Jury -ADW-Providence County Superior Court
Client was charged in a four count information charging him with 2 counts of ADW with a shotgun, B&E and Malicious Damage. After a full jury trial, the defendant was found not guilty on both ADW charges. As to the B&E and Malicious Damage, the defendant was found guilty. However, after a motion for a new trial was granted on the remaining charges, the defendant plead to a single misdemeanor count of trespassing.
Hung Jury -Second Degree Child Molestation-Kent County Superior Court
Client was charged with second degree child molestation. After a full jury trial, the jury was hung with a vote of 8-4 not guilty. After a hung jury was obtained, the charges were reduced to a misdemeanor.
Bench Trial - Robbery-Washington County Superior Court
Client was charged with robbery and conspiracy. Thereafter, a bench trial ensued. After cross-examination of the alleged victim, charges were reduced to disorderly conduct and defendant received a filing.
Jury Trial- First Degree Sexual Assault- Kent County Superior Court
Client was charged with the first degree sexual assault of the alleged victim. A jury trial began. After opening statements and cross-examination of the complaining witness, charges were reduced to a single misdemeanor count of simple assault to which the defendant plead no lo.
These are just a few examples of the many trials in which attorney Michael Zarrella has won. This list does not include the many bench trials won in district court and at the RI Traffic Tribunal which include numerous misdemeanors, DUI's, and refusal cases.
Not every case in the Rhode Island judicial system can be won. Each case has its own set of facts and witnesses. If you are looking for an attorney to help you win your charge at trial or receive a positive disposition, attorney Zarrella has the know-how and track record of success to help you meet your goals.