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

R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 11) § 11-44-17: Enforcement of § 11-44-16

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What this law says, in plain English

This statute grants police constables authority to arrest violators of § 11-44-16 and bring them to district court for prosecution. It is a procedural enforcement provision, not a criminal offense definition.

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