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RI S2618
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jacob Bissaillon
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AI Summary
- Individual counts of criminal complaints dismissed under Rule 48(a) filed on or after October 1, 2026, may be sealed administratively by the court clerk upon defendant's request after the case concludes in district court
- Sealing orders must be sent electronically to the Bureau of Criminal Identification within 5 days of entry and carried out within 90 days of receipt
- Domestic violence cases retain a 3-year waiting period before records can be expunged or sealed from the date of filing
- Unclaimed bail money at the time of record sealing will be escheated to the state's general treasury
- Act takes effect October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Administratively seals, upon request of the defendant following the conclusion of the matter in district court, individual counts of any criminal complaints dismissed pursuant to Rule 48(a) that were filed on or after October 1, 2026.
Criminal Procedure
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/10/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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