Rhode Island General Laws Title 28. Labor and Labor Relations § 28-7-33. Access of board to evidence--Subpoena power--Oaths and affirmations

For the purpose of all hearings and investigations that, in the opinion of the board, are necessary and proper for the exercise of the powers vested in it by §§ 28-7-14-- 28-7-25, the board, or its duly authorized agents or agencies, shall at all reasonable times have access to, for the purposes of examination and the right to examine, copy, or photograph any evidence, including payrolls or list of employees, of any person being investigated or proceeded against that relates to any matter under investigation or in question. Any member of the board shall have the power to issue subpoenas requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of any evidence that relates to any matter under investigation or in question before the board, its member, agent, or agency conducting the hearing or investigation. Any member of the board, or any agent or agency designated by the board for these purposes, may administer oaths and affirmations, examine witnesses, and receive evidence.