Post-conviction DNA Testing in Rhode Island

During or after a term of incarceration, any prisoner convicted of, or sentenced for, a crime, violation of law, or violation of probationary or deferred sentence status may apply for post-conviction DNA testing through the Superior Court at any time. Effective: 2002; Amended: 2015.

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