Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 11, Criminal Offenses
R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 11) § 11-1-11: Felons prohibited from possession of radio scanners
What this law says, in plain English
Persons convicted of certain drug or burglary felonies are prohibited from carrying or possessing police scanners or devices that monitor police broadcasts. Violation is punishable by up to five years imprisonment and/or a $5,000 fine.
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