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RI H7432

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/30/2026

Primary Sponsor

David Place

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Acquittal in federal court or another state for the same facts or acts would bar prosecution in Rhode Island for related criminal law violations
  • Exception allows Rhode Island prosecution if newly discovered evidence substantially indicates prosecution is warranted
  • Adds new section 12-12-23 to the General Laws chapter on Indictments, Informations and Complaints
  • Introduced by Representatives Place and J. Lombardi on January 30, 2026 and referred to House Judiciary
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Prohibits prosecutions for crimes in Rhode Island if the prosecution arises from the same facts or acts for which the defendant was acquitted in another jurisdiction, unless newly discovered evidence substantially warrants prosecution.

Criminal Procedure

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House Judiciary

1/30/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/30/2026

Full Bill Text

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