Rhode Island § 9-5-7 - Writs, Summons and Process
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§ 9-5-7. Writs, Summons and Process
R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-5-7
§ 9-5-7. Direction of writs for arrest or execution against the body.
All writs whatsoever commanding the arrest of a defendant, or executions running against the body of a defendant, shall be directed for service to the division of sheriffs or to a certified constable authorized pursuant to § 9-5-10.1, or if the writ is to be served in the town of New Shoreham, it may be directed to the town sergeant of the town, subject to the provisions of § 9-5-8, and no writ of arrest shall be served by any other officer.
History of Section.
P.L. 1926, ch. 784, § 1; G.L. 1938, ch. 515, § 8; G.L. 1956, § 9-5-7; P.L. 2012, ch.
324, § 16; P.L. 2015, ch. 260, § 8; P.L. 2015, ch. 275, § 8.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 9-5-7
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 9-5-7 cover?
Section 9-5-7 ("Writs, Summons and Process") 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.
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