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RI S3042

RI S3042
Bans street takeovers and violators would be guilty of a felony and punishable by imprisonment for more than one year and be subject to a fine of not less than one thousand dollars ($1,000) nor more than five thousand dollars ($5,000).

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Introduced
03/05/2026
In Committee
03/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This act would ban street takeovers and violators would be guilty of a felony and punishable by imprisonment for more than one year and be subject to a fine of not less than one thousand dollars ($1,000) nor more than five thousand dollars ($5,000). The act would also authorize the impounding of the vehicle involved in the offense and subject it to a forfeiture hearing in the superior court. The act would also increase the penalty for disorderly conduct while wearing a mask. This act would take effect upon passage.

AI Summary

This bill makes "street takeovers," defined as illegal gatherings where drivers block public roads to perform stunts, drag race, or otherwise obstruct traffic, a felony offense punishable by over a year in prison and fines between $1,000 and $5,000, with the involved vehicle subject to impoundment and forfeiture. Additionally, the bill increases the penalty for disorderly conduct when committed while wearing a mask or face covering, making it punishable by up to one year in prison or a $1,000 fine, and these changes will take effect immediately upon passage.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

Committee recommended measure be held for further study (on 04/09/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://status.rilegislature.gov/
BillText https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S3042.pdf
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