R.I. Gen. Laws § 12-25.1-7: Statute of limitations.

Notwithstanding any inconsistent provision of the general or public laws with respect to the timely bringing of an action, all claims brought against the criminal royalties fund shall be brought within three (3) years of accrual or three (3) years of the last payment to or recovery by the general treasurer of funds or other compensation attributable to the criminally responsible person, whichever is later.