Current through December 3, 2024
Section 410-RICR-20-00-12.7 - Procedures for Maintaining Order at the Polling PlaceA. A Warden/Moderator may cause to be removed or arrested any person or official who commits a violation of the election law in their presence or disturbs the conduct of the voting, including any conduct that is designed to discourage a person from exercising his/her right to vote; provided, that they shall not cause any removal or arrest without the approval of the election inspector, unless the clerk agrees with the Warden/Moderator that the person or official should be arrested or removed (R.I. Gen. Laws § 17-19-23(9)). Either the Warden/Moderator or the Clerk may in their discretion issue a warning to a person(s) whose acts are disturbing the conduct of the voting.B. If a person believes that an Election Official is violating state election laws he/she may contact their Local Canvassing Authority or the State Board of Elections to file a complaint.410 R.I. Code R. 410-RICR-20-00-12.7