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R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-41-8 (2026)

Stealing of animals

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Every person who shall steal or attempt to steal any horse or other domestic animal shall be punished by imprisonment for not more than one year or by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500), or both; in case a fine is imposed, one-half (½) shall inure to the use of the complainant.

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Cited in 1 case, 1995–1995 · leading case: State v. Smith, 662 A.2d 1171 (R.I. 1995).
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State v. Smith, 662 A.2d 1171 (R.I. 1995). “Additionally, the Legislature has enacted other statutes specifically criminalizing the theft of other than goods and chattels: §§ 11-41-8 (animals), 11-41-9 (poultry), G.”
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