H7144

Makes those persons seventy (70) years of age or older exempt from jury service.

Introduced·1/16/26
Introduced Text

Exempts individuals aged 70 or older from jury service in Rhode Island.

This bill amends the Rhode Island General Laws to exempt individuals aged 70 or older from jury service, unless they waive their exemption. This change adds to the existing list of exemptions for various officials and professionals. The bill takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Jan 16

House

Introduced, referred to House Judiciary