S.2045

Protects people attending Rhode Island court proceedings from civil arrest without a judicial warrant, ensures court access, sets enforcement rules, and provides remedies for violations.

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Rhode Island S2045 protects people attending court proceedings from civil arrest without a judicial warrant, ensures court access, sets enforcement.

Rhode Island S2045, known as the "Protect Our Courts Act," safeguards individuals attending court proceedings from civil arrest without a judicial warrant. It ensures court access, sets enforcement rules, and provides remedies for violations. The act prohibits civil arrests in courthouses unless authorized by a judicial warrant or order. It also allows individuals and the attorney general to bring civil actions for relief if they believe a violation has occurred. The act takes effect upon passage.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

32 Yea

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6 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 2

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Consideration

May 5

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Jun 22

House

Signed by Governor

Jun 18

House

Transmitted to Governor

Jun 11

Senate

Senate passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)