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RI S2310

RI S2310
Increases the penalties for a first offense of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death to a minimum 10 years in incarceration, a minimum of $10,000 and a minimum license revocation of 10 years.

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Introduced
01/23/2026
In Committee
01/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This act would increase the penalties for a first offense of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death to a minimum ten (10) years in incarceration, a minimum of ten thousand dollars ($10,000) and a minimum license revocation of ten (10) years. It would also increase other penalties in this section from a minimum of five (5) years to ten (10) years in prison for violation. This act would take effect upon passage.

AI Summary

This bill, known as "The Matthew O'Gara Act of 2026," significantly increases penalties for drivers who knowingly leave the scene of an accident where someone is killed. For a first offense, offenders will face a minimum of ten years in prison, a minimum fine of $10,000, and their driver's license will be revoked for at least ten years. The bill also raises penalties for other related offenses, increasing the minimum prison sentence from five years to ten years for violations resulting in injury. These changes are intended to strengthen accountability for drivers involved in serious accidents and will take effect immediately upon passage.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary (on 01/23/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://status.rilegislature.gov/
BillText https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2310.pdf
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