Proceedings against adults may be instituted by the officers duly authorized by law to institute those proceedings or by the court’s own motion. The court shall issue its summons, warrant of arrest, or other process in order to secure or compel the attendance of any necessary person.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 14-1-46
Institution of proceedings against adults — Process
Known as the Family Court Act
The act spans §§ 14-1-1 to 14-1-9 (95 sections).
P.L. 1944, ch. 1441, § 28; G.L. 1956, § 14-1-46.
Official source: Rhode Island General Assembly. Reproduced from public-domain Rhode Island statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.