Rhode Island General Laws Title 45. Towns and Cities § 45-21.2-11. Accidental death benefits

Upon the accidental death of a member before retirement; provided, that evidence shall be submitted to the retirement board proving that the death of the member was a natural and proximate result of an accident while in the performance of duty at some definite time and place, and that the death was not the result of willful negligence on the member's part, that member's accumulated contribution shall be paid to that member's estate, or to the person having an insurable interest in the member's life as the member nominated by written designation, duly executed and filed with the retirement board, and upon application by or on behalf of the dependents of the deceased member, the retirement board shall grant a benefit equal to one-half ( 1/2 ) of the rate of compensation of the member in effect at the date of death: