R.I. Super. R. Crim. P. 47 (2026)
Rule 47. Motions
47. Motions. — An application to the court for an order shall be by motion. A motion other than one made during a trial or hearing shall be in writing unless the court permits it to be made orally. The motion shall state with particularity the grounds upon which it is made and shall set forth the relief or order sought. It may be supported by affidavit. The requirement of writing is fulfilled if the motion is stated in a written notice of the hearing of the motion.
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48. Dismissal. — (a) By Attorney for State. The attorney for the State may file a dismissal of an indictment, information, or complaint and the prosecution shall thereupon terminate. Such dismissal may not be filed during the trial without consent of the defendant. (b) By the Court. The court, upon a finding that a defendant has successfully completed the diversion program, may dismiss the charge(s) then pending against the defendant.