# R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-8: Expert assistance in investigations and prosecutions

> Rhode Island · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-8

## Section

- **Citation:** R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-8
- **Heading:** Expert assistance in investigations and prosecutions
- **Jurisdiction:** Rhode Island
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** RI Code / Title 46 / Chapter 46-12 / Section 46-12-8

## Text

The director may employ any professional or expert services that the director may deem desirable in making any investigation or in conducting any prosecution for the violation of the provisions of this chapter, within the limit of the amount appropriated therefor by the general assembly.

## Nearby sections

- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-1 § 46-12-1. Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-1.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-2 § 46-12-2. Administration.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-2.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-3 § 46-12-3. Powers and duties of the director.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-3.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-5 § 46-12-5. Prohibitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-5.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-6 § 46-12-6. Investigation and hearing €” Records.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-6.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-7 § 46-12-7. Subpoena of witnesses €” Enforcement.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-7.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-8 § 46-12-8. Expert assistance in investigations and prosecutions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-8.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-9 § 46-12-9. Notices of violation and compliance orders.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-9.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-10 § 46-12-10. Emergency powers.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-10.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-11 § 46-12-11. Service of orders.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-11.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-12 § 46-12-12. Modification or revocation of order.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-12.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-13 § 46-12-13. Civil penalties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-13.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-14 § 46-12-14. Criminal penalties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-14.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-15 § 46-12-15. Inspection powers €” Rules and regulations.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T46_C46-12_S46-12-15.md)

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