Democrat Rhode Island Attorney General is arrested for trespassing

Democrat Rhode Island Attorney General is arrested for alleged trespassing - On August 14, 2025, Devon Hogan Flanagan, a Special Assistant Attorney General in Rhode Island, was arrested for alleged trespassing at the Clarke Cooke House restaurant in Newport. Police responded to a call about an "unwanted party" and found Flanagan and her friend, Veronica Hannan, outside the establishment.
Arrest Details
Key Events

Police Arrival: Officers arrived and asked the women to leave the premises.
Flanagan's Response: Flanagan demanded that officers turn off their body cameras, claiming it was protocol. She repeatedly asserted her position as an assistant attorney general.
Confrontation: Despite police warnings, Flanagan and Hannan refused to leave, leading to their arrest.

Charges

Flanagan was charged with willful trespass.
Hannan faced charges of disorderly conduct, willful trespassing, and resisting arrest.

Official Reactions

The Rhode Island Attorney General's Office is reviewing the incident. A spokesperson stated that Flanagan's request to turn off body cameras does not align with state policy, which allows officers to record interactions for transparency. Attorney General Peter Neronha described Flanagan's conduct as "inexcusable" and indicated that disciplinary actions would follow.