R.I. Gen. Laws § 41-3.1-5.1: Sale or purchase of twin-double tickets.

The sale or purchase of twin-double tickets or attempting to aid or abet in the sale or purchase of twin-double tickets through solicitation of patrons attending, other than through pari-mutuel machines, is prohibited. Any person violating the provisions of this section shall be denied admission to all dog tracks in the state and may be prosecuted. Persons convicted of violating the provisions of this chapter shall be punishable by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500) or by imprisonment for up to one year, or both.