False Allegations in Rhode Island Criminal Cases

When Someone Lies, We Uncover the Truth.

False accusations are devastating. You may feel shocked, betrayed, and terrified—all while trying to defend yourself against something that never even happened. But you're not alone. At Manosh Payette Criminal Defense Attorneys, we represent people across Rhode Island who have been falsely accused of crimes—and we know how to fight back.

Whether you're facing a lie driven by jealousy, revenge, fear, or manipulation, we build real, evidence-based defenses that expose the truth and protect your future.

Why Do People Make False Accusations?

False allegations happen more often than most people think. Here's why:

• Custody battles or family court leverage

• Breakups or domestic disputes

• Revenge for perceived slights

• Covering up their own behavior

• Pressure from police or family members

• Mental health struggles

• Immigration-related incentives (e.g., U visa claims)

• Financial motivation (lawsuits, compensation claims)

We don't assume the accusation is honest—we test it. Line by line, timeline by timeline.

Types of Cases Where False Allegations Are Common

We've seen false accusations in nearly every type of criminal case, including:

• Domestic violence and assault

• Sexual assault and rape

• Child abuse or neglect

• Stalking and harassment

• Violation of no-contact orders

• Theft and fraud

• Drug possession

• Gun charges following relationship breakdowns

If someone wants to hurt you—or protect themselves—they may lie to the police. That's not justice. That's manipulation. And we stop it in its tracks.

How We Defend Against False Accusations

You don't beat a lie by hoping the prosecutor sees the truth—you beat it with evidence and credibility.

We use:

📱 Texts, Emails, and DMs

The accuser may have said one thing to police—but sent you something entirely different in private. We make that contradiction clear.

🎥 Surveillance and Video Evidence

Security footage, doorbell cameras, and location-based apps can prove what really happened.

🧑‍⚖️ Cross-Examination

We prepare meticulously to question the accuser at trial—highlighting inconsistencies, motives, and memory gaps.

📄 Prior Statements and Police Reports

If their story changed over time, we track every version and compare it under oath.

📞 Phone Logs, GPS, and Witnesses

We show where you were, who you were with, and what really happened in those critical moments.

What If It's Your Word Against Theirs?

That's where skill matters.

We don't let prosecutors frame this as a “he said / she said” case. We turn it into a “who has the evidence, and who's hiding from it” case. Our job is to create reasonable doubt—and we know exactly how to do it.

False Allegations Can Cost Everything—Unless You Fight Back

A false criminal accusation can lead to:

• Jail or prison time

• A permanent criminal record

• Sex offender registration

• Deportation or loss of immigration status

• Loss of child custody

• Damage to your job, housing, and reputation

You don't have to take this lying down. And you don't have to prove your innocence alone.

We Believe You—And We Know How to Prove It

At Manosh Payette Criminal Defense Attorneys, we treat every false accusation as the high-stakes fight it is. We listen. We investigate. We build timelines. We track inconsistencies. And we present your truth with clarity and credibility.

We've defended people falsely accused of some of the most serious crimes in Rhode Island—and we've won.

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False allegations don't go away on their own. But with the right defense, they don't stand a chance.