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

R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 11) § 11-38-6: Inciting riot at municipal detention facility

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

A person incarcerated at a specific detention facility who intentionally incites a riot or destruction of property during a riot faces up to 10 years imprisonment, a $10,000 fine, or both.

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