Rhode Island § 11-37-11.2 § 11-37-11.2. Speedy trial.

Rhode Island Statutes

§ 11-37-11.2 — § 11-37-11.2. Speedy trial.

Rhode Island § 11-37-11.2

Title 11Criminal Offenses

Ch. 11-37Sexual Assault

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R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-37-11.2 (2026).

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§ 11-37-11.2. Speedy trial.
In any action under this chapter involving a child victim age fourteen (14) years
            or under or a victim sixty-five (65) years or older, the court and the attorney general's
            office shall take appropriate action to ensure a speedy trial to minimize the length
            of time the victim must endure the stress of involvement in the proceeding. In ruling
            on any motion or request for a delay or continuance of proceedings, the court shall
            consider any adverse impact the delay or continuance may have on the well-being of
            the victim or witness. This provision establishes a right to a speedy trial to the
            victim and shall not be 

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§ 11-37-11.2. Speedy trial.

In any action under this chapter involving a child victim age fourteen (14) years or under or a victim sixty-five (65) years or older, the court and the attorney general's office shall take appropriate action to ensure a speedy trial to minimize the length of time the victim must endure the stress of involvement in the proceeding. In ruling on any motion or request for a delay or continuance of proceedings, the court shall consider any adverse impact the delay or continuance may have on the well-being of the victim or witness. This provision establishes a right to a speedy trial to the victim and shall not be construed as creating any additional rights to the defendant.