Rhode Island General Laws Title 31. Motor and Other Vehicles § 31-20-17.2. Private complaint--Stopping for crossing guard/bus monitor required--Central Falls

(1) Upon receipt of a private complaint, in writing and signed by the complainant, the Central Falls municipal court shall by certified mail, return receipt requested, notify the violator to respond in writing within twenty (20) days to the allegations of the complaint.

(2) Failure to respond to the letter will result in the person being notified to appear before a judge of the Central Falls municipal court to show cause why he or she should not be fined one hundred dollars ($100) for his or her failure to respond.

(3) Failure to appear at the hearing at that time will result in the person being fined one hundred dollars ($100).