Any public officer upon whom a duty is imposed by this chapter or chapter 9.1 of this title, who willfully neglects to perform the duty, shall be guilty of a felony.
Neglect of duty by public officers
R.I. Gen. Laws § 17-10-20., under Chapter 17-10 Canvassing the Lists of Qualified Electors.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 17-10-20.