§ 45-16-4.3 - Service of process by constables. - Rhode Island Statutes

SECTION 45-16-4.3

   § 45-16-4.3  Service of process byconstables. – The chief justice of the supreme court, and the chief judge of the family anddistrict courts, upon application being made by a constable authorized orlicensed to serve civil process under this chapter, may authorize the constableto serve or execute any process or writs issued by or returnable to the court.Upon being so authorized or licensed, the constable shall have the power andauthority to serve or execute all writs and process which may issue from thecourt in like manner and at fees authorized to sheriffs and deputy sheriffs.Each constable shall at the time of licensing or authorization give additionalbond with the clerk of the district court in the sum of five thousand dollars($5,000) for the faithful performance of the duties of the office. Anyappointee serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.