The foreperson of every grand jury shall have full power and authority to administer all necessary oaths and affirmations to witnesses who shall be examined before the grand jury.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 12-11-5
Administration of oaths to witnesses
P.L. 1920, ch. 1948, § 34; G.L. 1923, ch. 329, § 34; G.L. 1938, ch. 506, § 32; G.L., ch. 506, § 30; P.L. 1939, ch. 700, § 1; G.L. 1956; § 12-11-5.
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