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Identification

  • Acceptable Identification
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-10.4-1
      • (a) Upon application of any person who is unable to establish legal presence in the United States, the division of motor vehicles is authorized to issue a driver privilege card and/or driver privilege permit, if the applicant otherwise meets the requirements of chapter 10 of this title, or a Rhode Island state identification card, to any applicant, if the division of motor vehicles determines that the applicant:
        • (1) Has verification from the tax administrator that the applicant either has filed a personal income tax return as a resident with this state for the tax year preceding the date of application or has been claimed as a dependent on a personal income tax return by an individual who has filed a personal income tax return as a resident with this state for the tax year preceding the date of application;
        • (2) Presents two (2) primary proof of identity documents, as defined in § 31-10.4-5, or one primary proof of identity document and one secondary proof of identity document, as defined in § 31-10.4-5;
        • (3) Presents two (2) proof of residency documents, which shall mean, for purposes of this subsection, the proof of residency documents set forth in 280-RICR-30-00-1.4.1(D), as may be amended from time to time; and
        • (4) Is not in violation of the insurance requirements, set forth in chapters 31 and 32 of this title, provided that this subsection (a)(4) shall not apply to applicants for a Rhode Island state identification card.
    • Real ID Requirements
  • Acceptable Digital Identification
    • N/A
  • What requirements are needed to acquire acceptable ID’ and Acceptable Digital ID’s
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-10.4-1
      • (a) Upon application of any person who is unable to establish legal presence in the United States, the division of motor vehicles is authorized to issue a driver privilege card and/or driver privilege permit, if the applicant otherwise meets the requirements of chapter 10 of this title, or a Rhode Island state identification card, to any applicant, if the division of motor vehicles determines that the applicant:
        • (1) Has verification from the tax administrator that the applicant either has filed a personal income tax return as a resident with this state for the tax year preceding the date of application or has been claimed as a dependent on a personal income tax return by an individual who has filed a personal income tax return as a resident with this state for the tax year preceding the date of application;
        • (2) Presents two (2) primary proof of identity documents, as defined in § 31-10.4-5, or one primary proof of identity document and one secondary proof of identity document, as defined in § 31-10.4-5;
        • (3) Presents two (2) proof of residency documents, which shall mean, for purposes of this subsection, the proof of residency documents set forth in 280-RICR-30-00-1.4.1(D), as may be amended from time to time; and
        • (4) Is not in violation of the insurance requirements, set forth in chapters 31 and 32 of this title, provided that this subsection (a)(4) shall not apply to applicants for a Rhode Island state identification card.
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-10.4-5
      • Acceptable documents
  • What types of identification are accepted for non-citizen or foreign nationals in this state?
  • Can undocumented individuals obtain a state ID or Drivers license in this state?
    • No
  • What privacy protections are in place for Digital Id’s in this state?
    • N/A
  • Can Digital IDs be legally used for law enforcement verification?
    • N/A

Alcohol

  • Age permitted to Access Alcohol Retailers and Venues (How old do you have to be to enter a bar? Include Federal Law and State Law)
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 3-7-16.6
      • (c) Any establishment with a Class N license that admits patrons under twenty-one (21) years of age on the premises of the establishment when alcoholic beverages are being sold, served, or permitted on the premises shall, during the time the patrons are permitted on the premises:
        • (1) Require one form of identification. The identification shall contain the bearer’s photograph, and must be one of the following: state driver’s license, US military identification, state-issued identification card, or passport, from every person claiming to be twenty-one (21) years of age or older;
        • (2) Identify patrons over twenty-one (21) years of age, with both an identifiable hand stamp and a bracelet, and shall require every patron to show both hand stamp and bracelet before purchasing an alcoholic beverage;
        • (3) Sell not more than one alcoholic beverage to an eligible patron in a single transaction, and shall prohibit a patron from carrying more than one alcoholic beverage from a bar or drink-dispensing location;
        • (4) Not permit any patron who leaves the premises to be readmitted prior to closing without payment of the same admission or cover charge required of patrons entering the premises initially.
  • Age permitted to consume Alcohol
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 3-8-10
      • Any person who has not reached his or her twenty-first (21st) birthday and has in his or her possession any beverage as defined in this title shall be fined one hundred fifty dollars ($150) to seven hundred fifty dollars ($750) for the first offense, three hundred dollars ($300) to seven hundred fifty dollars ($750) for the second offense, and four hundred fifty dollars ($450) to nine hundred fifty dollars ($950) for the third or subsequent offense. In addition, any person who violates this section shall be required to perform thirty (30) hours of community service and shall be subject to a minimum sixty (60) day suspension of his or her driver’s license, and upon a second offense may be ordered to undergo a substance abuse assessment by a licensed substance abuse professional.
  • Age permitted to serve Alcohol
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 3-8-2
      • No person under the age of eighteen (18) may act as a bartender for the purposes of mixing, preparing, serving, or selling from a bar used for the purpose of dispensing beverages in any licensed establishment operating under a Class B-C-D-F or F1-G-J or K license.
  • Age permitted to purchase Alcohol
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 3-8-6
      • (a) It is unlawful for:
        • (1) A person who has not reached his or her twenty-first (21st) birthday to enter any premises licensed for the retail sale of alcoholic beverages for the purpose of purchasing or having served or delivered to him or her alcoholic beverages; or
        • (2) A person who has not reached his or her twenty-first (21st) birthday to consume any alcoholic beverage on premises licensed for the retail sale of alcoholic beverages or to purchase, attempt to purchase, or have another purchase for him or her any alcoholic beverage; or
        • (3) A person to misrepresent or misstate his or her age, or the age of any other persons, or to misrepresent his or her age through the presentation of any of the following documents:
          • (i) An armed service identification card, valid passport, the identification card license, or any other documentation used for identification purposes that may belong to any other person who is twenty-one (21) years or older;
          • (ii) A motor vehicle operator’s license or a driver privilege card issued pursuant to § 31-10.4-2 that bears the date of birth of the licensee and that is issued by this state or any other state;
          • (iii) A Rhode Island identification card, as defined in subsection (b), for the purpose of inducing any licensee, or any employee of any licensee, to sell, serve, or deliver any alcoholic beverage to a minor.
  • What is the consumable limit (if any)
    • N/A
  • What is the purchase limit (if any)
    • N/A
  • What is the legal BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) limit in this state?
  • Are there any exceptions for minors consuming alcohol (e.g., religious ceremonies, parental supervision)?
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 3-8-11.1
      • (d) This section does not apply to use, consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages by a minor for religious purposes; or to a parent or legal guardian procuring or furnishing alcohol to, or permitting the consumption of alcohol by, his or her minor child or ward.
  • What are the penalties for providing alcohol to minors at a private residence?
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 3-8-11.1
      • (a) As used in this section: (1) “furnish” means to provide with, supply, give or purchase; (2) “procure” means to get possession of, obtain by particular care and effort; and (3) “permit” means to give permission for, or approval of, the possession or consumption of an alcoholic beverage by any form of conduct, that would cause a reasonable person to believe that permission or approval has been given.
      • (b) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (d) of this section it is unlawful for any person twenty-one (21) years of age or older:
        • (1) to purchase from any licensee or any employee of a licensee any alcoholic beverage for the sale, delivery, service of or giving away to, any person who has not reached his or her twenty-first (21st) birthday;
        • (2) to purchase from any licensee or any employee of any licensee any alcoholic beverage with the intent to cause or permit said alcoholic beverage to be sold, or given to any person who has not reached his or her twenty-first (21st) birthday;
        • (3) to knowingly furnish any alcoholic beverage for the sale, delivery, service of or giving to any person who has not reached his or her twenty-first (21st) birthday;
        • (4) to procure alcoholic beverages for the sale, delivery, service of or giving to any person who has not reached his or her twenty-first (21st) birthday; or
        • (5) to otherwise permit the consumption of alcohol by underaged persons in his or her residence or on his or her real property.

Tobacco

  • Age permitted to access Tobacco Retailers and Venues (How old do you have to be to enter a cigar shop, smoke shop, or smoking lounge? Include Federal Law and State Law)
    • Rhode Island
      • While Rhode Island law explicitly prohibits the sale of tobacco products to individuals under 21, it does not specifically address the minimum age for entering establishments such as cigar shops, smoke shops, or smoking lounges. However, given that these venues primarily sell tobacco products, it is standard practice for them to restrict entry to those 21 and older to ensure compliance with state and federal laws.​ Individual retailers may implement their own policies regarding entry, often requiring patrons to present valid, government-issued photo identification upon entry to verify age. This practice helps prevent underage access to tobacco products and aligns with regulatory requirements.
    • Federal Law:
      • FDA Tobacco 
      • Individuals must be 21 years old to purchase tobacco products in the United States. This law also prohibits anyone under 21 from entering certain tobacco-related venues, such as cigar shops or smoke shops, if they are not accompanied by an adult.
  • Age permitted to use Tobacco
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-9-13
      • No person shall sell, give, or deliver to any individual under twenty-one (21) years of age, any tobacco product in the form of cigarettes, bidi cigarettes, cigars, little cigars, flavored cigars known as “blunts,” unflavored “blunts,” flavored and unflavored blunt wraps, cigarette rolling papers of any size or composition, cigarillos and tiparillos, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff, electronic nicotine-delivery system products, or any and all products as defined in § 44-20-1. Any person, firm, or corporation that owns, manages, or operates a place of business in which tobacco products are sold, including sales through tobacco product vending machines, shall post notice of this law conspicuously in the place of business in letters at least three-eighths of an inch (⅜″) high.
  • Age permitted to sell Tobacco
    • Rhode Island does not explicitly specify a minimum age requirement for employees involved in selling these products. This means that, under state law, there isn’t a clearly defined age restriction for employees who sell tobacco products.
  • Age permitted to purchase Tobacco
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-9-13
      • No person shall sell, give, or deliver to any individual under twenty-one (21) years of age, any tobacco product in the form of cigarettes, bidi cigarettes, cigars, little cigars, flavored cigars known as “blunts,” unflavored “blunts,” flavored and unflavored blunt wraps, cigarette rolling papers of any size or composition, cigarillos and tiparillos, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff, electronic nicotine-delivery system products, or any and all products as defined in § 44-20-1. Any person, firm, or corporation that owns, manages, or operates a place of business in which tobacco products are sold, including sales through tobacco product vending machines, shall post notice of this law conspicuously in the place of business in letters at least three-eighths of an inch (⅜″) high.
  • What is the consumable limit (if any)
    • N/A
  • What is the purchase limit (if any)
    • N/A
  • Are vaping products regulated differently from traditional tobacco in this state?
    • No
  • Are flavored vapes or disposable e-cigarettes banned?
    • FDA
    • Federal law prohibits the sale of closed-system devices (pods, cartridges) containing e-liquid in flavors other than tobacco or menthol.

Cannabis

  • Age permitted to access Cannabis Retailers and Venues (How old do you have to be to enter a dispensary or smoke shop? Include Federal Law and State Law)
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 21-28.11-27.1
      • A cannabis establishment shall not allow any person who is under twenty-one (21) years of age to be present inside any room where cannabis or cannabis products are stored, produced, or sold by the cannabis establishment unless the person who is under twenty-one (21) years of age is:
        • (1) A government employee performing their official duties; or
        • (2) If the cannabis establishment is a hybrid cannabis retailer that also holds a compassion center license pursuant § 21-28.6-12 for the same licensed premises and the individual under twenty-one (21) years of age is a qualifying patient registered under chapter 28.6 of this title and the retail establishment complies with applicable regulations promulgated by the commission.
  • Age permitted to use Cannabis
    • Recreational Use
      • R.I. Gen. Laws § 21-28.11-3
        • (2) “Adult use cannabis” or “recreational cannabis” means cannabis which may be legally possessed and consumed for non-medical purposes by a person who is at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
    • Medical Use
      • R.I. Gen. Laws § 21-28.6-3
        • (24) “Primary caregiver” means a natural person who is at least twenty-one (21) years old who is registered under this chapter in order to, and who may assist one qualifying patient, but no more than five (5) qualifying patients, with their medical use of marijuana, provided that a qualified patient may also serve as his or her own primary caregiver subject to the registration and requirements set forth in § 21-28.6-4
        • (25) “Qualifying patient” means a person who has been certified by a practitioner as having a debilitating medical condition and is a resident of Rhode Island.
  • Age permitted to sell Cannabis
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 21-28.11-27.1
      • A cannabis establishment shall not allow any person who is under twenty-one (21) years of age to be present inside any room where cannabis or cannabis products are stored, produced, or sold by the cannabis establishment unless the person who is under twenty-one (21) years of age is:
        • (1) A government employee performing their official duties; or
        • (2) If the cannabis establishment is a hybrid cannabis retailer that also holds a compassion center license pursuant § 21-28.6-12 for the same licensed premises and the individual under twenty-one (21) years of age is a qualifying patient registered under chapter 28.6 of this title and the retail establishment complies with applicable regulations promulgated by the commission
  • Age permitted to purchase Cannabis
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 21-28.11-22
      • (a) Notwithstanding any other general or special law to the contrary, except as otherwise provided in this chapter, a person twenty-one (21) years of age or older shall not be arrested, prosecuted, penalized, sanctioned or disqualified under the laws of the state in any manner, or denied any right or privilege and shall not be subject to seizure or forfeiture of assets for:
  • What is the consumable limit (if any)
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 21-28.11-22
      • (a) Notwithstanding any other general or special law to the contrary, except as otherwise provided in this chapter, a person twenty-one (21) years of age or older shall not be arrested, prosecuted, penalized, sanctioned or disqualified under the laws of the state in any manner, or denied any right or privilege and shall not be subject to seizure or forfeiture of assets for:
        • (1) Possessing, using, purchasing from a licensed cannabis retailer, or processing one ounce (1 oz.) or less of cannabis, or the equivalent amount in the form of cannabis concentrate;
        • (2) Within any residence, possessing, cultivating or processing not more than a total of three (3) mature cannabis plants and up to a total of three (3) immature cannabis plants per dwelling unit for personal use and as long as all security requirements as promulgated by the commission are complied with. These limits shall apply no matter how many persons reside at the premises;
        • (3) Within the person’s primary residence, possessing up to ten ounces (10 oz.) total of cannabis per resident, in addition to any live cannabis plants lawfully kept on the premises in compliance with subsection (a)(2) of this section, as long as all security requirements as promulgated by the commission are complied with;
        • (4) Assisting another person who is twenty-one (21) years of age or older in any of the acts described in this section; or
        • (5) Giving away or otherwise transferring without remuneration up to one ounce (1 oz.) of cannabis, or the equivalent amount in the form of cannabis concentrate, to a person twenty-one (21) years of age or older, as long as the transfer is not advertised or promoted to the public.
  • What is the purchase limit (if any)
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 21-28.11-22
      • (a) Notwithstanding any other general or special law to the contrary, except as otherwise provided in this chapter, a person twenty-one (21) years of age or older shall not be arrested, prosecuted, penalized, sanctioned or disqualified under the laws of the state in any manner, or denied any right or privilege and shall not be subject to seizure or forfeiture of assets for:
        • (1) Possessing, using, purchasing from a licensed cannabis retailer, or processing one ounce (1 oz.) or less of cannabis, or the equivalent amount in the form of cannabis concentrate;
        • (2) Within any residence, possessing, cultivating or processing not more than a total of three (3) mature cannabis plants and up to a total of three (3) immature cannabis plants per dwelling unit for personal use and as long as all security requirements as promulgated by the commission are complied with. These limits shall apply no matter how many persons reside at the premises;
        • (3) Within the person’s primary residence, possessing up to ten ounces (10 oz.) total of cannabis per resident, in addition to any live cannabis plants lawfully kept on the premises in compliance with subsection (a)(2) of this section, as long as all security requirements as promulgated by the commission are complied with;
        • (4) Assisting another person who is twenty-one (21) years of age or older in any of the acts described in this section; or
        • (5) Giving away or otherwise transferring without remuneration up to one ounce (1 oz.) of cannabis, or the equivalent amount in the form of cannabis concentrate, to a person twenty-one (21) years of age or older, as long as the transfer is not advertised or promoted to the public.
  • Can minors obtain medical cannabis with a prescription?
    • Minors are able to receive prescriptions for Medical marijuana if under the care of a designated caregiver over 18 years old

Adult Media

  • Age permitted to access Adult Content ONLINE
    • No
  • Age permitted to access Adult Retailers and Venues (Sex shops, Strip Clubs, burlesque)
    • Age restrictions vary depending on the venue and whether alcohol is served. Venues serving alcohol generally restrict entry to those 21 and over, while others may allow individuals 18 and over.​
  • Are websites required to verify age for accessing adult content?
    • N/A
  • What penalties exist for providing minors access to adult material online?
    • Title 18 Section 1470 Federal laws prohibit the distribution of obscene materials to minors. Violations can result in significant fines and imprisonment.
  • What is the minimum age to work in the adult entertainment industry?
  • Are there restrictions on employment terms for adult content creators?
    • Title 18 US Code 2557
      • Federal law mandates that producers of sexually explicit content must maintain detailed age verification records for all performers.

Voting

  • Age permitted to register to vote in the state
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 17-1-3
      • (a) Every citizen of the United States who is at least eighteen (18) years of age, whose residence as defined in § 17-1-3.1 has been in this state for at least thirty (30) days, and in the town or city and voting district in which that person desires to cast his or her vote at least thirty (30) days next preceding the election, and who is registered in that city or town and voting district at least thirty (30) days next preceding any election, shall be entitled to vote in the election; provided, a person may vote in a primary election only if that person is eligible under the provisions of this title. A person who has not registered to vote, or whose registration has been canceled pursuant to § 17-10-1, may cast a vote for president and vice-president on election day at the person’s city or town hall or at an alternate location designated by the board of canvassers, and approved by the board of elections, where such location is deemed necessary to better accommodate such voters. The casting of that vote shall commence the process of voter registration and subject the person voting to the requirements and penalties of this chapter.
      • (b) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (a) of this section, any person who has not yet reached age eighteen (18), but will be age eighteen (18) at the time of a general election, may vote in a primary election, in which candidates are nominated for a general or special election.
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 17-1-3.1
      • Residence for voting purposes
    • Federal Law:
  • Age permitted to vote in the state
    • R.I. Gen. Laws § 17-1-3
      • (a) Every citizen of the United States who is at least eighteen (18) years of age, whose residence as defined in § 17-1-3.1 has been in this state for at least thirty (30) days, and in the town or city and voting district in which that person desires to cast his or her vote at least thirty (30) days next preceding the election, and who is registered in that city or town and voting district at least thirty (30) days next preceding any election, shall be entitled to vote in the election; provided, a person may vote in a primary election only if that person is eligible under the provisions of this title. A person who has not registered to vote, or whose registration has been canceled pursuant to § 17-10-1, may cast a vote for president and vice-president on election day at the person’s city or town hall or at an alternate location designated by the board of canvassers, and approved by the board of elections, where such location is deemed necessary to better accommodate such voters. The casting of that vote shall commence the process of voter registration and subject the person voting to the requirements and penalties of this chapter.
      • (b) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (a) of this section, any person who has not yet reached age eighteen (18), but will be age eighteen (18) at the time of a general election, may vote in a primary election, in which candidates are nominated for a general or special election.
  • What Identification requirements are needed to vote on a regular ballot
    • Voter ID Requirements
      • RI driver’s license/permit
      • U.S. passport
      • ID card issued by any federally recognized tribal government
      • ID card issued by an educational institution in the U.S.
      • U.S. military ID card
      • ID card issued by the U.S. government or State of Rhode Island (RIPTA bus pass, etc.)
      • Government issued medical card
      • RI Voter ID card
  • What Identification requirements are needed to vote on a Provisional ballot
    • Provisional Voting Guidelines
      • If you do not have one of the proofs of identity above, you must bring one of the documents below to obtain a free voter ID card.
      • It must include your name and be dated since the last general election, unless the document is intended to be of a permanent nature such as a pardon or discharge:
        • Utility bill
        • Bank statement
        • Government paycheck
        • Document issued by a government agency
        • Official elections document issued by a government agency, dated for the election in which the registered voter is providing it as proof of identity
        • Voter notification issued by a governmental agency
        • Public housing ID card issued by a governmental agency
        • Lease or rental statement or agreement issued by a governmental agency
        • Student ID card issued by a governmental institution/agency or non-governmental institution/agency
        • Tuition statement or bill issued by a governmental agency
        • Insurance plan card or drug discount card issued by a governmental agency
        • Discharge certificates, pardons, or other official documents issued to the registered voter by a governmental agency in connection with the resolution of a criminal case, indictment, sentence or other matter
        • Public transit authority senior citizen and disabled discount ID card issued by a governmental agency
        • ID documents issued by governmental disability agencies
        • ID documents issued by homeless shelters and other temporary or transitional facilities
        • Drug prescription issued by a government doctor or other governmental health care provider
        • Property tax statement issued by a governmental agency
        • Vehicle registration issued by a governmental agency
        • Vehicle certificate of ownership issued by a governmental agency
      • If you do not bring an acceptable photo ID to the polling place, you will be allowed to cast a provisional ballot. For more information regarding provisional voting, visit the State Board of Election’s website.

Legal

  • Laws on Presenting Identification to Law Enforcement
    • Under what circumstances is a person required to show ID to police?
      • Rhode Island
        • An officer may stop a person if they have reasonable suspicion that the individual has committed or is about to commit a crime. During such a stop, the officer may request identification; however, the individual is not legally obligated to provide it. Refusal to identify oneself is not a crime in Rhode Island, but it may result in the officer prolonging the detention to establish identity through other means.
        • R.I. Gen. Laws § 12-7-1
          • A peace officer may detain any person abroad whom he or she has reason to suspect is committing, has committed, or is about to commit a crime, and may demand of the person his or her name, address, business abroad, and destination; and any person who fails to identify himself or herself and explain his or her actions to the satisfaction of the peace officer may be further detained and further questioned and investigated by any peace officer; provided, in no case shall the total period of the detention exceed two (2) hours, and the detention shall not be recorded as an arrest in any official record. At the end of the detention period the person so detained shall be released unless arrested and charged with a crime.
      • Terry v. Ohio, 392 US
        • When an officer has reasonable suspicion that the person is involved in a crime
    • Can you be detained or arrested for refusing to show ID?
      • No
  • “Stop and Identify” Laws in this state
    • What is this state’s specific laws regarding police stops and ID requirements?
      • No – this state does not have stop and identify laws
    • Do you have the right to remain silent or refuse to provide ID in certain situations?
  • Public Place ID Requirements
    • Are there any public areas where a person must carry ID?
      • Only if purchasing age restricted items/materials
    • Are there curfew or loitering laws requiring ID verification?
      • In Rhode Island, there are no statewide curfew laws mandating individuals to carry identification for verification purposes. However, local municipalities may enforce their own curfew ordinances, particularly for minors, which could involve interactions with law enforcement.
  • Traffic Stops and ID Requirements
    • Are you required to provide an ID when pulled over by law enforcement?
      • R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-10-27
        • (a) Every licensee shall have his or her operator’s or chauffeur’s license in his or her immediate possession at all times when operating a motor vehicle and shall display the license upon the demand of any peace office or inspector of the division of motor vehicles and shall, upon request by any proper officer, write his or her name in the presence of that officer for the purpose of being identified. However, no person charged with violating this section shall be convicted if he or she produces in court or the office of the arresting officer an operator’s or chauffeur’s license previously issued to him or her and valid at the time of his or her arrest.
    • What are the consequences of refusing to show ID during a traffic stop?
      • None if he or she produces in court or the office of the arresting officer an operator’s or chauffeur’s license previously issued to him or her and valid at the time of his or her arrest
  • Passenger ID Requirements in Vehicles
    • Do passengers need to show ID if a vehicle is stopped by law enforcement?
      • No
    • Can passengers legally refuse to provide ID?
      • Yes
  • Curfew Laws for Minors
    • Are minors required to carry ID to prove their age if stopped past curfew?
      • ​In Rhode Island, there is no statewide mandate requiring minors to carry identification (ID) to verify their age if stopped by law enforcement during curfew hours. However, individual municipalities may enforce their own curfew ordinances for minors, typically those under 18 years of age.
    • What are the penalties for violating curfew laws?
      • Depends on local municipality laws and regulations
  • Trespassing and ID Requirements
    • Can police demand ID if someone is suspected of trespassing?
      • R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-44-26
        • Every person who willfully trespasses or, having no legitimate purpose for his or her presence, remains upon the land of another or upon the premises or curtilage of the domicile of any person legally entitled to the possession of that domicile, after having been forbidden to do so by the owner of the land or the owner’s duly authorized agent or a person legally entitled to the possession of the premises, shall be punished by a fine not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1,000), or imprisonment for a term not exceeding one year, or both.
    • What are the consequences of refusing to provide identification in such situations?
      • R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-44-26
        • Every person who willfully trespasses or, having no legitimate purpose for his or her presence, remains upon the land of another or upon the premises or curtilage of the domicile of any person legally entitled to the possession of that domicile, after having been forbidden to do so by the owner of the land or the owner’s duly authorized agent or a person legally entitled to the possession of the premises, shall be punished by a fine not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1,000), or imprisonment for a term not exceeding one year, or both.