R.I. Gen. Laws § 33-13-8: Determination of questions as to legacies.

Whenever any question arises as to the identity of a legatee, or the construction, or the payment and satisfaction of any legacy, the probate court, upon petition setting out any questions, after notice by citation to all known parties and any additional notice the court may direct, and after a hearing thereon, may determine the questions and enter its order accordingly.