Yes. R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-27-2.2 makes DUI resulting in death a felony. A conviction creates a permanent felony record, results in loss of firearm rights, voting restrictions during incarceration, immigration consequences for non-citizens, and has lifelong professional licensing implications.
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