Second Division District Court
Second Division District Court, 45 Washington Square, Newport, RI 02840-2913
Newport County
Civil, General Civil - Unlimited, General Civil - Limited, Small Claims, Complex Commercial, Foreclosures and Liens, Real Estate Title and Boundary, Criminal, Mental Health
Division:Contact Information:
Phone Number: 401-841-8350
Website: http://www.courts.state.ri.us/district/defaultnew-district.htm
Staff: Albert E. DeRobbio (Chief Judge), Michael A. Higgins (Administrative Judge), Stephen P. Erickson (Associate Judge), Frank J. Cenerini (Associate Judge), Elaine T. Bucci (Associate Judge), Madeline Quirk (Associate Judge), Jeanne E. LaFazia (Associate Judg
Additional: Serving: Jamestown, Little Compton, Middleton, Newport, Portsmout & Tiverton
- *Not location specific. Call, or visit the court's website if listed above.
- How was I chosen? - Jurors are picked at random from lists of registered voters, people with driver's licenses, or those with state issued ID cards.
- What are the exemptions? Depending on local laws and specific court policies, exemptions MAY include persons over age 70, and those having recently served on a jury (usually within 1-3 years depending on county policy). In the state of Rhode Island, there are possible exemptions for elected officials, judicial officers, attorneys, law enforcement, and court staff. If any of these apply to you, contact the court to verify they observe the exemption.
- Go to our Jury Duty FAQ page for more on exceptions, requirements, pay, dress code, and other questions you might have.
- Our FAQ page has general instructions on paying violations, or obtaining court documents or criminal records.
- The Public Access to Court Records (PACER) US website can help you find case and docket information.
- Links to District Court Electronic Case Files:
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Newport County Superior Court
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