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R.I. Gen. Laws § 21-28.9-1. Short title
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This chapter shall be known and may be cited as “The Good Samaritan Overdose Prevention Act of 2016.”
R.I. Gen. Laws § 21-28.9-2. Definition
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“Opioid antagonist” means a drug which is a competitive antagonist that binds to the opioid receptors with higher affinity than agonists but does not activate the receptors, effectively blocking the receptor, preventing the human body from making use of opiates and endorphins.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 21-28.9-3. Authority to administer opioid antagonists — Release from liability
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(a) A person may administer an opioid antagonist to another person if: (1) They, in good faith, believe the other person is experiencing a drug overdose; and (2) They act with reasonable care in administering the drug to the other person. (b) Any person, including law enforcement…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 21-28.9-3.1. Narcotic testing product
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(a) Any person may provide, administer, or utilize a narcotic testing product to assist another person in determining whether a narcotic or substance contains chemicals, toxic substances, or hazardous compounds. Narcotic testing products shall include, but not be limited to, fent…