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title: "What is Rhode Island DUI manslaughter?"
description: "Rhode Island DUI manslaughter is a felony charge under RIGL section 31-27-2.2 for driving under the influence resulting in death. The state must prove you were impaired, you caused the crash, and the..."
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date: 2026-05-23
modified: 2026-05-23
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# What is Rhode Island DUI manslaughter?

Rhode Island DUI manslaughter is a felony charge under RIGL section 31-27-2.2 for driving under the influence resulting in death. The state must prove you were impaired, you caused the crash, and the impairment was the proximate cause of the death. A conviction carries 5 to 15 years mandatory state prison.

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