If any member becomes a beneficiary, dies, or receives a refund of contributions, he or she shall thereupon cease to be a member, subject, however, to the provisions of § 36-10-8 in regard to reinstatement of membership in the case of a member who has received a refund and who has subsequently reentered the service of the state.
Cessation of membership
R.I. Gen. Laws § 36-9-22., under Chapter 36-9 Retirement System — Membership and Service Credits.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 36-9-22.