R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-29-29
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§ 5-29-29. Time and notice of hearing.
Official statutory text
The time of the hearing shall be fixed by the board as soon as is practical. The board shall issue a notice of the hearing of the charges, which notice shall specify the time and place of the hearing and notify the accused that he or she may file with the board a written response within twenty (20) days of the date of service. The notice shall also notify the accused that a stenographic record of the proceedings shall be kept; that he or she shall have the opportunity to appear personally and to have counsel present, with the right to produce witnesses and evidence in his or her own behalf; to cross-examine witnesses; to examine any documentary evidence that is produced against the accused; and to have subpoenas issued by the board.
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