§ 11-37.2-6. Notice of penalties — Notice of renewal.
Each protective order issued under this chapter, including a temporary exparte order, shall have the following statements printed in bold-faced type or in capital letters:
A PERSON WHO VIOLATES THIS ORDER MAY BE GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND MAY BE PUNISHED BY A FINE OF AS MUCH AS $1,000 AND/OR BY CONFINEMENT IN JAIL FOR AS LONG AS ONE YEAR, AND MAY BE ORDERED TO ATTEND COUNSELING. IF THE VICTIM WANTS THIS ORDER TO CONTINUE BEYOND THE EXPIRATION DATE, THE VICTIM MUST APPLY FOR A RENEWAL OF THE ORDER BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE.
History of Section.P.L. 2009, ch. 239, § 1; P.L. 2009, ch. 240, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 11-37.2 - Sexual Assault Protective Orders
Section 11-37.2-1. - Filing of complaint.
Section 11-37.2-2. - Protective orders — Penalty — Jurisdiction.
Section 11-37.2-3. - Temporary orders — Ex parte proceedings.
Section 11-37.2-4. - Report to law enforcement agency.
Section 11-37.2-5. - Return of service — Alternate service.
Section 11-37.2-6. - Notice of penalties — Notice of renewal.