If a violation of this chapter is a violation of a federal law or the law of another state, a conviction or acquittal under federal law or the law of another state for the same act is a bar to prosecution in this state.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 21-28-4.12., under Chapter 21-28 Uniform Controlled Substances Act.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 21-28-4.12.
If a violation of this chapter is a violation of a federal law or the law of another state, a conviction or acquittal under federal law or the law of another state for the same act is a bar to prosecution in this state.