§ 42-28-3 - Scope of responsibilities.
SECTION 42-28-3
§ 42-28-3 Scope of responsibilities.– (a) The Rhode Island state police and the superintendent shall be charged withthe responsibility of:
(1) Providing a uniformed force for law enforcement;
(2) Preparing rules and regulations for law enforcement;
(3) Maintaining facilities for crime detection andsuppression; and
(4) Controlling traffic and maintaining safety on thehighways.
(b) The superintendent shall be ex-officio state fire marshal.
(c) The superintendent shall also serve as the director ofthe department of public safety.