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2017 Rhode Island General Laws
Title 12 - Criminal Procedure
Chapter 12-29.1 - Elderly Violence Prevention Act
Section 12-29.1-6 - Speedy trial.
Universal Citation: RI Gen L § 12-29.1-6 (2017)
§ 12-29.1-6. Speedy trial.
In any action involving a victim sixty-five (65) years of age or older, the court 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 speedy trial to the victim and shall not be construed as creating any additional rights in the defendant.
History of Section.
(P.L. 2008, ch. 161, § 1; P.L. 2008, ch. 204, § 1.)
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