Rhode Island General Laws Title 40. Human Services § 40-6-12.1. Warrants--Release of information

(1) There is an outstanding arrest warrant or body attachment issued by a state court in Rhode Island for the individual; and

(2) The individual is a fugitive felon as defined by the department in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 608(a)(9); and

(3) The individual is receiving general public assistance, or cash assistance under chapter 5.1 of this title either for himself or herself or his or her dependents; and

(4) The law enforcement officer seeking the information certifies in writing that an attempt by the warrant squad to locate and apprehend that individual has been unsuccessful; and

(5) The warrant squad provides the department the name, date of birth, and social security number of the individual.