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R.I. Gen. Laws § 12-7-14: Punitive damages for false arrest or imprisonment.

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Title 12 Criminal Procedure
Chapter 7 Arrest

In an action for false arrest or false imprisonment, the plaintiff, if successful, may be awarded punitive damages in addition to compensatory damages.

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