Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 11, Criminal Offenses

R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 11) § 11-26-1.5: Enticement of children

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

A person commits a felony by persuading a child under 16 to leave home, school, or enter a vehicle/building/concealed area with intent to commit a felony against the child, without parental or legal authority.

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