Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 12, Criminal Procedure
R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 12) § 12-12-21: “Designated assistants” defined
What this law says, in plain English
Designated assistants are full-time attorneys employed by the attorney general who are authorized to prosecute cases by information. The attorney general must file notice of these designations with the secretary of state and superior court clerk.
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