Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 11, Criminal Offenses
R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 11) § 11-7-4: Bribery of agent, employee, or public official
What this law says, in plain English
It is illegal to corruptly give or offer anything of value to a public official or employee to influence them to perform or not perform official duties, or to show favor. Lack of authority to perform the act is not a defense.
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