SB 3168 Rhode Island Senate · 2026 Regular Session

AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SEARCH WARRANTS

This bill allows judges to issue search warrants electronically for specific driving under the influence offenses, including those resulting in death or serious bodily injury. It permits law enforcement officers to submit complaints and affidavits via electronic means, with judicial officers required to sign and transmit the warrant documents electronically. The law maintains that electronic warrants can only be issued for the listed DUI-related crimes and must still follow standard procedures for oath administration and documentation. Additionally, the bill requires that all warrants, whether executed or not, be returned to the district court within 14 days of issuance.
Bill status died 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
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Governor
Introduced Mar 27, 2026 Last action Apr 2, 2026
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Apr 2, 2026
Committee
04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
legislature
Mar 27, 2026
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03/27/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
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