Rhode Island § 9-9-28 - Jury Lists
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§ 9-9-28. Jury Lists
R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-9-28
§ 9-9-28. Prohibition against loss of employment or longevity benefits.
No employer doing business within the state of Rhode Island or otherwise subject to the jurisdiction of the state of Rhode Island shall cause any of its employees to suffer the loss of the employee’s position, wage increases, promotions, longevity benefit, or any other emolument due to the employer-employee relationship because the employee has been called to serve jury duty; provided, however, that no employer, in the absence of a contract or collective bargaining agreement to the contrary, shall be responsible to pay to the employee any compensation for the period of the jury duty. In addition to all civil rights available to the employee because of this section, a violation of this section upon conviction shall be punishable as a misdemeanor.
History of Section.
P.L. 1975, ch. 186, § 1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 9-9-28
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 9-9-28 cover?
Section 9-9-28 ("Jury Lists") 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 § 9-9-28?
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Is this the official text of Rhode Island law?
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How does Rhode Island § 9-9-28 apply to my situation?
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Sources & Verification
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