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R.I. Gen. Laws § 12-29.1-3. Definitions
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The following words as used in this chapter have the following meanings: (1) “Elderly person” means any person over the age of sixty (60) years. (2) “Victim” means any elderly person who has been subjected to a crime of violence. (3) “Violent crimes” includes, but is not limited …
R.I. Gen. Laws § 12-29.1-4. Law enforcement officers — Duties and immunity
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(a) The primary duty of law enforcement officers when responding to a violent crime against the elderly situation is to enforce the laws allegedly violated and to protect the victim. (b)(1) When a law enforcement officer responds to a violent crime against an elderly person and h…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 12-29.1-5. Restrictions upon and duties of court
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(a)(1) Because of the likelihood of repeated violence directed at those who have been victims in the past, when a person is charged with or arrested for a crime of violence against an elderly person that person may not be released from custody on bail or personal recognizance bef…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 12-29.1-6. Speedy trial
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In any action involving a victim sixty-five (65) years of age or older, the court shall take appropriate action to ensure a speedy trial to minimize the length of time the victim must endure the stress of involvement in the proceeding. In ruling on any motion or request for a del…
