AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- ARREST

Summary

The bill adds a new offense that makes it illegal for anyone in the custody of the Rhode Island Department of Corrections to use force or a weapon to resist a lawful request or directive from a corrections officer. Violations can be punished with a fine of up to $500, up to one year in jail, or both. The amendment takes effect as soon as the law is enacted.

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