§ 13-8.2-3. Rules of construction.
For the purposes of this chapter the following rules of construction, facts and circumstances shall apply:
(1) Two (2) or more convictions of felonies charged in separate counts of one indictment or information shall be deemed to be one conviction;
(2) Two (2) or more convictions of felonies charged in two (2) or more separate indictments or information, where disposition of all indictments or information takes place on the same date, shall be deemed to be one conviction; and
(3) A plea or verdict of guilty upon which a sentence of probation, conditional discharge, or supervision has been imposed shall be deemed to be a conviction.
History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 322, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 412, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 13 - Criminals – Correctional Institutions
Chapter 13-8.2 - Certificate of Recovery & Re-Entry
Section 13-8.2-2. - Definitions.
Section 13-8.2-3. - Rules of construction.
Section 13-8.2-4. - Procedure for issuance of certificate.
Section 13-8.2-5. - Powers and duties of the board.
Section 13-8.2-6. - Limitations and restrictions of certificate.
Section 13-8.2-7. - Severability.
Section 13-8.2-8. - Immunity for third-party individuals — Civil and criminal.