2009 Rhode Island Code
Title 45 - Towns and cities
CHAPTER 45-16 - Sergeants and Constables
§ 45-16-4.3 - Service of process by constables.

SECTION 45-16-4.3

   § 45-16-4.3  Service of process by constables. – The chief justice of the supreme court, and the chief judge of the family and district courts, upon application being made by a constable authorized or licensed to serve civil process under this chapter, may authorize the constable to serve or execute any process or writs issued by or returnable to the court. Upon being so authorized or licensed, the constable shall have the power and authority to serve or execute all writs and process which may issue from the court in like manner and at fees authorized to sheriffs and deputy sheriffs. Each constable shall at the time of licensing or authorization give additional bond with the clerk of the district court in the sum of five thousand dollars ($5,000) for the faithful performance of the duties of the office. Any appointee serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.