Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 12, Criminal Procedure
R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 12) § 12-13-3: Guardian to give recognizance
What this law says, in plain English
Courts may appoint a guardian ad litem to post bail on behalf of defendants deemed mentally incompetent in bailable offenses, with the guardian responsible for ensuring compliance.
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