Yes. Drug charges in Rhode Island get dismissed regularly when the defense successfully challenges the legality of the stop or search, when the prosecution cannot prove possession or intent, when chain-of-custody issues compromise the evidence, or when the defendant completes a pre-trial diversion program. Dismissal is more likely with experienced defense counsel who can identify the weak points in the prosecution's case before the first court appearance. Suppression motions in particular have led to thousands of dismissed drug charges across Rhode Island courtrooms over the years.
