§ 45-21.3-1 Surviving spouse and surviving dependent children
§ 45-21.3-2 Benefits upon death of active police officers or fire fighters who were eligible to retire at time of death

Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws > Chapter 45-21.3 - Death of Other Retired Police Officers and Fire Fighters

  • Dependent: A person dependent for support upon another.
  • town: may be construed to include city; the words "town council" include city council; the words "town clerk" include city clerk; the words "ward clerk" include clerk of election district; the words "town treasurer" include city treasurer; and the words "town sergeant" include city sergeant. See Rhode Island General Laws 43-3-9