Drug and Alcohol Treatment Association of Rhode Island v. Tavares

RIGHTS OF EX-OFFENDERS. (2007)

Lawsuit challenging the legality of state regulations that authorize the denial or reduction of compensation to violent crime victims based solely on their having an unrelated drug-related criminal history or DUI conviction in their past. Settlement negotiations ensued, and the new General Treasurer agreed to repeal the challenged regulations. Cooperating Attorney: Frederic Marzilli.

Documents

Lawsuit

News Releases:

July 16, 2007 -- Settlement Reached with General Treasurer on Suit Over Rules Denying Compensation to Certain Victims of Violent Crimes

December 27, 2006 -- General Treasurer Sued Over Rules Denying Compensation to Certain Victims of Violent Crimes