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Protective orders for domestic violence in Rhode Island
Under Rhode Island law, knowingly violating the firearm ban in a protective order is a felony with a fine up to $1,000, one to five years in prison, or both. A Rhode Island protective order can require child support for up to 90 days.
Educational only. Not legal advice. Sources checked November 2, 2026.
What the official sources say
- Under Rhode Island law, knowingly violating the firearm ban in a protective order is a felony with a fine up to $1,000, one to five years in prison, or both. Rhode Island General Laws § 15-15-3. Checked November 2, 2026
- A Rhode Island protective order can require child support for up to 90 days. Rhode Island General Laws § 15-15-3. Checked November 2, 2026
- In Rhode Island, a hearing on firearm restrictions is held within 15 days of surrendering the firearms. Rhode Island General Laws § 15-15-3. Checked November 2, 2026
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How to keep these papers
Keep dated copies of the papers you already have in one place, and write the day something happened on the same day. KeepMyProof is a private phone app for that: folders with checklists, the day it happened next to the day you saved it, and one PDF of a folder when someone asks.
- Bank, retirement and debt statements
- Pay stubs and tax returns
- Household bills and expenses
- Home, car and property papers
- Agreements and court papers you have
- Messages sent to you
- Co-parenting log: dated handoff and visit notes
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More for Rhode Island
- Child custody and parenting plans in Rhode Island
- Divorce residency rules and where to file in Rhode Island
- Divorce document checklist: the full guide
- Protective orders for domestic violence: all states
Neighbouring states
- Protective orders for domestic violence in Connecticut
- Protective orders for domestic violence in Pennsylvania
- Protective orders for domestic violence in South Dakota
- Protective orders for domestic violence in Ohio
Questions
Where do these Rhode Island facts come from?
Each fact on this page is copied from an official source: Rhode Island General Laws § 15-15-3. We checked that each source still says it on November 2, 2026. Rules and forms change, so open the official link and read the current version before you rely on it.
Is this legal advice?
No. This page is educational only and is not legal advice. KeepMyProof is not a law firm. For advice about your situation, ask a lawyer licensed in Rhode Island or your court's self-help center.
Which papers should I keep for divorce prep?
A good start: Bank, retirement and debt statements; Pay stubs and tax returns; Household bills and expenses; Home, car and property papers; Agreements and court papers you have; Messages sent to you; Co-parenting log: dated handoff and visit notes. Keep only papers you are allowed to have, write the date on each note, and keep originals somewhere safe.
How can I keep these papers private on my phone?
KeepMyProof keeps copies of the papers you already have in folders with checklists, encrypted on your phone, with no account and no ads. It is free for the first items you save. It is coming soon to Google Play.
Educational only. Not legal advice.