§ 13-5-1. Definitions.
In this chapter:
(1) “Police station” includes any place where persons are temporarily confined under arrest; and
(2) “Woman” includes any person of the female sex.
History of Section.G.L. 1896, ch. 293, § 8; G.L. 1909, ch. 362, § 8; G.L. 1923, ch. 415, § 8; G.L. 1938, ch. 338, § 8; G.L. 1956, § 13-5-1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 13 - Criminals – Correctional Institutions
Chapter 13-5 - Station Houses for Women
Section 13-5-1. - Definitions.
Section 13-5-2. - Designation of station houses.
Section 13-5-3. - Appointment, removal, and duties of matrons.
Section 13-5-4. - Hours of duty of matrons.
Section 13-5-5. - Care of female prisoners by matron.
Section 13-5-6. - Accommodations for female prisoners.
Section 13-5-7. - Summons of matron on arrest of woman — Removal to designated station house.
Section 13-5-8. - Attendance of matrons in court.