Independent institutions that check this jurisdiction's own power — audit, ombudsman, inspector general, civilian review, ethics, and grand-jury bodies established by statute.
The Rhode Island Auditor General is appointed by the Joint Committee on Legislative Services to a five-year term. The office audits state agencies, quasi-state agencies, and entities receiving...
Read scorecard → 02 Ethics CommissionThe Rhode Island Ethics Commission is constitutionally established and enforces the Code of Ethics for all state and municipal elected officials and public employees. It has been notably active in...
Read scorecard → 03 Civilian ReviewPer-case five-member panels formed under ch. 42-28.6, reformed by S 2096 (eff. Jan. 1 2025). Three sworn officers are randomly selected from a POCST-maintained pool; a retired Supreme Court...
Read scorecard → 04 Civilian ReviewThe POCST is appointed by the governor; at least three members must be chiefs of local police departments and at least one must come from a League of Cities and Towns list. It sets mandatory...
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