Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 31, Motor and Other Vehicles
R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 31) § 31-11-14: Retention of suspended, cancelled, or revoked license — Seizure by peace officer
What this law says, in plain English
When a driver's license is suspended, cancelled, or revoked, the license must be surrendered to the motor vehicles division. If the person fails to return it, peace officers may seize the license and return it to the division.
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