§ 16-19-4. Prosecution of violations — Process — Fees.
The truant officers shall, under the direction of the school committee, inquire into all cases arising under the provisions of this chapter, and shall be authorized, with the assistance of police officers upon request in case of violation of any of the provisions of this chapter, to make complaint for violations of this chapter. They may also serve all legal processes issued in pursuance of this chapter, but shall not be entitled to receive any fees for the service; provided, however, that in case of the commitment of any person under the provisions of any section of this chapter, or for default of payment of any fine and costs imposed, the officer shall be entitled to the regular fees allowed by law for similar service.
History of Section.G.L. 1896, ch. 64, § 3; P.L. 1901, ch. 924, § 1; P.L. 1902, ch. 1009, § 1; G.L. 1909, ch. 72, § 3; G.L. 1923, ch. 76, § 2; G.L. 1938, ch. 181, § 2; G.L. 1956, § 16-19-4; P.L. 1996, ch. 347, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Section 16-19-1. - Attendance required.
Section 16-19-1.1. - Grants and gifts — Acceptance and expenditure — Coventry — Woonsocket.
Section 16-19-2. - Approval of private schools — Requirements — Review.
Section 16-19-4. - Prosecution of violations — Process — Fees.
Section 16-19-5. - Inspection and reports of places of employment of minors — Work certificates.
Section 16-19-6. - Proceedings against habitual truants and offenders.
Section 16-19-7. - Disposition of fines.
Section 16-19-8. - Jurisdiction of family court.