Rhode Island § 30-12-5 - General Offenses
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§ 30-12-5. General Offenses
R.I. Gen. Laws § 30-12-5
§ 30-12-5. Arrest of trespassers and persons interfering with functions of militia.
The commanding officer, upon any occasion of duty, may place in arrest, during the continuance thereof, any person who shall trespass upon a camp or parade ground, armory, arsenal, rifle range, or any other place devoted to or used for militia purposes; who shall in any way or manner interrupt, molest or disturb the orderly discharge of militia duty; or who shall disturb or prevent the passage of troops going to, or returning from, any duty. That person shall also be guilty of a misdemeanor.
History of Section.
P.L. 1956, ch. 3742, par. 216; G.L. 1956, § 30-12-5.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 30-12-5
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 30-12-5 cover?
Section 30-12-5 ("General Offenses") 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 § 30-12-5?
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