S2966 — Permits all Rhode Island courts to conduct hearings remotely and allow any party or attorney to appear by telephone or video conference, with remote appearances having the same legal effect as in-person appearances.

S2966 — Permits all Rhode Island courts to conduct hearings remotely and allow any party or attorney to appear by telephone or video conference, with remote appearances having the same legal effect as in-person appearances. · Informed CitizenryThis bill allows all courts in Rhode Island to hold hearings remotely and enables anyone involved in a case, including attorneys, to appear by phone or video conference. The legislation specifies t…Open in Informed Citizenry