Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 617: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SEARCH WARRANTS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 617 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 6, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SEARCH WARRANTS. Primary sponsor: Matt LaMountain (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 25, 2025): 03/25/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Dictates the length a search warrant involving a tracking device would be valid and provide a process to extend the time frame of the tracking device for good cause.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/25/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/21/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/25/2025)
- 03/06/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary