Rhode Island General Laws

R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-37-3.1 (2026)

Duty to report sexual assault

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Any person, other than the victim, who knows or has reason to know that a first degree sexual assault or attempted first degree sexual assault is taking place in his or her presence shall immediately notify the state police or the police department of the city or town in which the assault or attempted assault is taking place of the crime.

Notes of Decisions

Cited in 1 case, 2009–2009 · leading case: Est. of Cilley v. Lane, 2009 ME 133 (Me. 2009).

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Est. of Cilley v. Lane, 2009 ME 133 (Me. 2009). “10, 2009 legislation); R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-37-3.1 (LEXIS through Jan.”

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