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RI S2939
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends Rhode Island General Laws Section 8-10-3.1 to require Family Court magistrate appointments follow the formal judicial selection and nomination process under Chapter 16.1 of Title 8
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Family Court magistrates must still be Rhode Island Bar members, receive Senate advice and consent, and serve 10-year terms
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Magistrates retain existing powers including hearing motions, pretrial conferences, juvenile arraignments, custody matters, support orders, and divorce proceedings
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Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Requires that the chief judge of the family court in appointing magistrates do so in accordance with the judicial selection and nomination process set forth in chapter 16.1 of title 8.
Courts And Civil Procedure
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
3/4/2026