States / Rhode Island / SB 2161

SB 2161 Failed

AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SENTENCE AND EXECUTION

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Requires courts to presume release for most probation violations, set reasonable bail or non-monetary conditions, limit detention to cases of risk or danger, require prompt hearings, and mandate written reasons for detention.

Chamber
Senate
Introduced
Jan 16, 2026
Last action
Mar 10, 2026 — 03/10/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Sponsor
Mark McKenney D
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled