R.I. Fam. R. Crim. P. 48

As amended through June 7, 2024
Rule 48 - Dismissal
(a)By the Prosecuting Authority. The prosecuting authority may file a dismissal of an indictment, information, or complaint and the prosecution shall thereupon terminate. Such a dismissal may not be filed during the trial without the consent of the defendant.
(b)By Court. If there is unnecessary delay in bringing a defendant to trial, the court may dismiss the complaint.

R.I. Fam. R. Crim. P. 48