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R.I. Gen. Laws § 15-15-1. Definitions
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The following words as used in this chapter have the following meanings: (1) “Course of conduct” means a pattern of conduct composed of a series of acts over a period of time, evidencing a continuity of purpose. Constitutionally protected activity is not included within the meani…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 15-15-2. Filing of complaint
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(a) Proceedings under this chapter shall be filed, heard, and determined in the family court of the county in which the plaintiff resides and shall be independent of divorce proceedings. (b) Any proceedings under this chapter shall not preclude any other available civil or crimin…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 15-15-3. Protective orders — Penalty — Jurisdiction
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(a) A person, or a parent, custodian, or legal guardian on behalf of a minor child or the director of the department of children, youth and families (“DCYF”) or its designee for a child in the custody of DCYF, pursuant to §§ 40-11-7 and 40-11-7.1, suffering from domestic abuse or…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 15-15-4. Temporary orders — Ex parte proceedings
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(a)(1) Upon the filing of a complaint under this chapter, the court may enter any temporary orders that it deems necessary to protect the plaintiff from abuse, including relief as provided in chapter 5 of this title. (2) If it clearly appears from specific facts shown by affidavi…
