An Internet version of the Rhode Island Code, presenting the general laws of the US State of Rhode Island in codified form. The site is provided by the Rhode Island General Assembly without charge and the code text is updated through to the end of the 2007 legislative session. A contents listing provides browsing access in title number order supported by a code search form.
GLAD is a New England based civil rights organisation working to end discrimination based on sexual orientation. There is background and historical information about GLAD. The 'rights and resources' section has legal guidance for the following states: Massachusetts; Connecticut; Maine; New Hampshire; Rhode Island and Vermont. This covers topics such as discrimination, employment, family law (marriage, adoption, child custody), hate crimes, sex laws and students' rights. There is also information on the rights of people with HIV.
Website of the Rhode Island Bar Association (RIBA), the organisation representing the legal profession in the state of Rhode Island in the United States. The site has information relating to the structure and governance of the RIBA and includes information for members and the general public. Details are given of the RIBA's committees, bylaws and Continuing Legal Education seminars. There is a link to the Rhode Island Judiciary. A selection of pamphlets aimed at the public provide information on subjects such as buying a house, making a will, divorce and jury service.
