Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 12, Criminal Procedure
R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 12) § 12-1-17: Background checks for employees of religious organizations
What this law says, in plain English
This statute establishes a voluntary system allowing Rhode Island religious organizations to request national criminal background checks on prospective employees and volunteers, with procedures for conducting checks and handling disqualifying criminal information.
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