Rhode Island § 11-7-4 - Bribery
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 11-7-4 — Bribery, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11-7-4. Bribery
R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-7-4
§ 11-7-4. Bribery of agent, employee, or public official.
(a) No person shall corruptly give or offer any gift or valuable consideration to any person in public or private employ, or any public official as an inducement or reward for doing or forebearing to do, or for having done or forborne to do, any act in relation to the business of his or her principal, master, or employer, or the state, city, or town of which he or she is an official, or for showing or forbearing to show favor or disfavor to any person in relation to the business of his or her principal, master, employer, or state, city, or town of which he or she is an official.
(b) It shall not be a defense to a prosecution under this section that the person did not have the power or authority to perform the act or omission for which the reward or inducement was offered, solicited, accepted, or agreed upon.
History of Section.
P.L. 1905, ch. 1219, § 2; G.L. 1909, ch. 349, § 22; G.L. 1923, ch. 401, § 22; G.L.
1938, ch. 612, § 22; G.L. 1956, § 11-7-4; P.L. 1991, ch. 136, § 1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 11-7-4
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 11-7-4 cover?
Section 11-7-4 ("Bribery") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Rhode Island § 11-7-4?
A common citation format is "Rhode Island General Laws § 11-7-4" (Rhode Island). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Rhode Island law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Rhode Island official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Rhode Island attorney.
How does Rhode Island § 11-7-4 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Rhode Island can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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