Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 12, Criminal Procedure
R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 12) § 12-21-20: Order to pay costs and determination of ability to pay
What this law says, in plain English
Defendants ordered to pay fines must also pay prosecution costs unless the law says otherwise. Indigent defendants have costs waived; others may request waivers or payment plan modifications based on financial assessment.
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