Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 12, Criminal Procedure
R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 12) § 12-7-2: Search of detained person for weapons
What this law says, in plain English
A peace officer may search a person being questioned about a crime for weapons if the officer reasonably believes the person is armed and dangerous. Any weapon found may be held until questioning ends, then returned or the person arrested.
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