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R.I. Gen. Laws § 8-16.1-1. Definitions
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As used in this chapter, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following words and phrases shall have the following meanings: (1) “Attorney” means a resident of the state of Rhode Island who is licensed to practice law in the state of Rhode Island and who is a curre…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 8-16.1-2. Judicial nominating commission
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(a) There is hereby established an independent nonpartisan judicial nominating commission which shall consist of nine (9) members, all of whom shall be residents of the state of Rhode Island, and who shall be appointed as follows: (1) Within seven (7) days after June 2, 1994: (i)…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 8-16.1-3. Reimbursement
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Members of the commission shall not be compensated but shall be reimbursed for all reasonable and necessary expenses incurred in the carrying out of their official duties by the department of administration.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 8-16.1-4. Criteria for selection of best qualified nominees
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(a) The commission shall consider, but is not limited to, the following factors in selecting the best qualified nominees: intellect, ability, temperament, impartiality, diligence, experience, maturity, education, publications, and record of public, community, and government servi…