Criminal Statutes of Limitations in Rhode Island

No statute of limitations for homicide, arson, burglary, counterfeiting, forgery, robbery, rape, listed sexual assault and child molestation offenses, bigamy, listed drug manufacturing and distribution offenses, and any offense punishable by a maximum of life imprisonment. Ten (10) years for listed offenses including felony larceny, receiving stolen goods, embezzlement, false pretenses, bribery, perjury, threats and extortion, racketeering, elder exploitation, bank fraud and residential mortgage fraud. Seven (7) years from when the facts become known to law enforcement for listed environmental violations. Any other criminal offense: three (3) years, unless a longer period is otherwise provided by law. Principals, accessories and conspirators are subject to the same period as the underlying offense.