Constitution · Rhode Island

R.I. Const. art. X, § 7

Constitution
Constitution of Rhode Island
Text as of
October 2026

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The towns of New Shoreham and Jamestown may continue to elect their wardens as heretofore. The other towns and the city of Providence may elect such number of justices of the peace, resident therein, as they may deem proper. The jurisdiction of said justices and wardens shall be regulated by law. The justices shall be commissioned by the governor.

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