S.2730

Prohibits a peace officer, as defined in § 12-7-21, from employing threats, physical harm, deprivation, deception, coercion, or psychologically manipulative interrogation tactics during the custodial interrogation of a juvenile.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2730 prohibits peace officers from using coercive tactics during juvenile interrogations.

Rhode Island S2730 amends the Family Court proceedings to prohibit peace officers from using threats, physical harm, deprivation, deception, coercion, or psychologically manipulative tactics during the custodial interrogation of a juvenile. These tactics include maximization and minimization techniques, forced choices, and undue pressure. The bill specifies that statements obtained through such tactics are inadmissible in court unless proven otherwise. The act takes effect on January 1, 2027.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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3
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

8 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

May 19

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

May 19

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 15

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/19/2026)

Feb 27

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary