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RI S2712
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Frank Ciccone
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AI Summary
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Expands Rhode Island State Police authority to enforce municipal ordinances in addition to criminal laws throughout the state
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Limits State Police municipal ordinance enforcement to only those ordinances carrying civil penalties, explicitly prohibiting enforcement of ordinances that could result in imprisonment
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State Police members retain existing powers equivalent to deputy sheriffs, town sergeants, chiefs of police, police officers, and town constables
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Authorizes the state police to enforce municipal ordinances; provided that, the ordinances provide for civil penalties only.
State Affairs And Government
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
2/27/2026