Rhode Island General Laws 4-13-34. Correction of defects in prosecutions
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Any defect in any action, complaint and warrant, indictment or other proceeding commenced and prosecuted under this chapter, either of form or substance, may be amended by the court before which the action, complaint and warrant or indictment is originally brought or may be pending.
History of Section.
G.L. 1896, ch. 111, § 21; G.L. 1909, ch. 135, § 21; G.L. 1923, ch. 136, § 21; G.L. 1938, ch. 639, § 21; G.L. 1956, § 4-13-34.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 4-13-34
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Indictment: The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.