Rhode Island Public Records Search

Use this hub to find official Rhode Island public record sources by category. Availability and fees vary by agency and county.

Inmate & Corrections

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Official Rhode Island links for inmate & corrections. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

Rhode Island Department of Corrections

http://www.doc.state.ri.us/

Rhode Island Department of Corrections

http://www.doc.state.ri.us/

Vital Records

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Official Rhode Island links for vital records. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

Cranston, RI City Clerk's Office Online Vital Records Request

Cranston, RI City Clerk's Office Online Vital Records Request Cranston, RI Vital Records Requests Home Order Tracker This online portal is provided as a convenience to our customers. While the City of

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Vital Records | Bristol, RI

Vital Records | Bristol, RI Skip to Main Content Search Government Departments Business Residents About Home Departments Town Clerk Department Vital Records Vital Records The Town Clerk’s Office can p

https://www.bristolri.gov/392/Vital-Records

Coventry, RI Town Clerk Online Vital Records Request

Coventry, RI Town Clerk Online Vital Records Request Coventry, RI Vital Records Requests Home Order Tracker Select To Get Started: I am requesting a certified Birth Certificate . I am requesting a cer

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Cranston, RI City Clerk's Office Online Vital Records Request

Cranston, RI City Clerk's Office Online Vital Records Request Cranston, RI Vital Records Requests Home Order Tracker This online portal is provided as a convenience to our customers. While the City of

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Vital Records | Narragansett, RI - Official Website

Vital Records

https://www.narragansettri.gov/315/Vital-Records

Welcome to Town Of Warren, Rhode Island

Welcome to Town Of Warren, Rhode Island

https://www.townofwarren-ri.gov/town_government/town_council/document_center/Applications & Licenses/Application for a Certified Copy of a Marriage Record.pdf

West Warwick Town Clerk Online Vital Records Request

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North Kingstown, RI Town Clerk Online Vital Records Request

North Kingstown, RI Town Clerk Online Vital Records Request North Kingstown, RI Vital Records Requests Home Order Tracker This is an official, online vital record request. Please note the following: T

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Vital Records | Bristol, RI

Vital Records | Bristol, RI Skip to Main Content Search Government Departments Business Residents About Home Departments Town Clerk Department Vital Records Vital Records The Town Clerk’s Office can p

https://bristolri.gov/392/Vital-Records

Welcome to Town Of Warren, Rhode Island

Welcome to Town Of Warren, Rhode Island

https://www.townofwarren-ri.gov/town_government/town_council/document_center/Applications & Licenses/Application for a Certified Copy of a Death Record.pdf

Death Certificates | Narragansett, RI - Official Website

Death Certificates

https://www.narragansettri.gov/316/Death-Certificates

Records & Licenses | Portsmouth, RI - Official Website

Get more details on birth records, death records, dog licenses, marriage licenses, marriage records, property records and more.

https://www.portsmouthri.gov/1762/Records-Licenses

Property & Land Records

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Official Rhode Island links for property & land records. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

Property Records | Portsmouth, RI - Official Website

Discover where to find particular property records.

https://www.portsmouthri.gov/156/Property-Records

Business & Professional Licenses

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Official Rhode Island links for business & professional licenses. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

Rhode Island Corporations Listing

http://www2.corps.state.ri.us/corporations/corp_search/

Rhode Island

http://www.dlt.state.ri.us/

The Donley Center

http://www.dlt.state.ri.us/webdev/donley/default.htm

Rhode Island

http://www.state.ri.us/manual/data/queries/stdept_.idc?id=108

Rhode Island's On-Line Corporations Database search

http://155.212.254.78/corporations.htm

Rhode Island Corporations Files

http://155.212.254.78/newcorps.asp

State & Local Government

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Official Rhode Island links for state & local government. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

Rhode Island

http://www.info.state.ri.us/

Rhode Island State Agency Telephone Numbers

http://www.state.ri.us/manual/data/queries/stdept_idx.idc?

Rhode Island Government Manual

http://www.state.ri.us/manual/data/queries/stdept_idx.idc?

Public Records & FOIA

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Official Rhode Island links for public records & foia. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

Rhode Island Department of the Attorney General

http://www.riag.state.ri.us/access/default.htm

Maps & GIS

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Official Rhode Island links for maps & gis. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

Welcome to Town Of Warren, Rhode Island

Welcome to Town Of Warren, Rhode Island

https://www.townofwarren-ri.gov/town_government/town_council/document_center/Applications & Licenses/Zoning Map Amendment.pdf

Maps & Related Data | Richmond, RI - Official Website

Browse through various maps provided by the Town of Richmond.

https://www.richmondri.gov/197/Maps-Related-Data

Research Resources

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Official Rhode Island links for research resources. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

Comprehensive Community Plan | Portsmouth, RI - Official Website

Find the Town of Portsmouth's Comprehensive Community Plan for your reference.

https://www.portsmouthri.gov/192/Comprehensive-Community-Plan

Using the Library of Congress - Rhode Island: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Gu

Using the Library of Congress - Rhode Island: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Guides at Library of Congress Skip to Main Content × Notice: The Library Catalog will be down for main

https://guides.loc.gov/rhode-island-local-history-genealogy/using-the-library

Introduction - Rhode Island: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Guides at Library o

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https://guides.loc.gov/rhode-island-local-history-genealogy/introduction

North Smithfield RI - ClerkBase

North Smithfield RI - ClerkBase home help support contact us Browse Browse Search North Smithfield RI Council Agendas Town Council Minutes Town Council Ordinances Town Council Resolutions Archived Tow

https://clerkshq.com/NorthSmithfield-ri

Archive Center • Portsmouth, RI • CivicEngage

Archive Center • Portsmouth, RI • CivicEngage Skip to Main Content EMERGENCY ALERT Mount Hope Bridge Closure 8/14/25 7pm - 8/18/25 5am Read On... Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscri

https://www.portsmouthri.gov/Archive.aspx

Vital Records (Birth, Marriage & Death records), 1853-1974 | Rhode Island State Archives Digital Arc

Vital Records, 1853-1974 (Births & Marriages, 1853-1924/Deaths, 1853-1974)

https://sosri.access.preservica.com/uncategorized/SO_aa84016c-a20c-4a02-8f03-eae14378f70a/

Dual Citizenship Information - Rhode Island - Gregg M. Amore

Dual Citizenship Information - Rhode Island - Gregg M. Amore Skip to main content Skip to navigation HOLIDAY - DÍA FERIADO In observance of Victory Day, our offices and call centers will be closed on

https://www.sos.ri.gov/divisions/state-archives/dual-citizenship-information

State Archives - Rhode Island - Gregg M. Amore

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https://www.sos.ri.gov/divisions/state-archives

Background / Criminal History

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Official Rhode Island links for background / criminal history. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

Scituate RI Police Department | (401) 821-5900

"Scituate has been honored as the safest Town by SafeHome.org"

https://scituatepd.org/

Richmond Police Department | Richmond, RI - Official Website

Gain information about the Richmond Police Department, find contact information, and visit their website.

https://www.richmondri.gov/134/Police

FAQs • South Kingstown, RI • CivicEngage

FAQs • South Kingstown, RI • CivicEngage Skip to Main Content Government Services Community Business How Do I... Search Home FAQs Animal Control Show All Answers 1. Where can I get a dog license? Dog

https://www.southkingstownri.gov/faq

Other Resources

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Official Rhode Island links for other resources. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

Rhode Island Child Support Lien Network

Rhode Island Child Support Lien Network

http://www.childsupportliens.com/RI/index.html

OCYL: The Mayor’s Office of Children, Youth & Learning | Cumberland, RI

The Office of Children, Youth, and Learning is a one-of-a-kind education center that supports children and youth as they learn, grow, and achieve their fullest potential. Our mission is to help foster a comprehensive learning environment for the first two

https://ri-cumberland.civicplus.com/183/Mayors-Office-of-Children-Youth-Learning

Make a Public Records Request | North Smithfield, RI

The Town of North Smithfield has established the following procedures regarding inspection and copying of public records under R.I. General Laws § 38-2-1 et seq., commonly known as the Access to Public Records Act.

https://www.nsmithfieldri.gov/217/Make-a-Public-Records-Request

State of Rhode Island General Assembly

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State of Rhode Island General Assembly

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State of Rhode Island General Assembly

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State of Rhode Island General Assembly

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State of Rhode Island General Assembly

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State of Rhode Island General Assembly

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State of Rhode Island General Assembly

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State of Rhode Island General Assembly

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All Rhode Island Resources

Dual Citizenship Information - Rhode Island - Gregg M. Amore

Dual Citizenship Information - Rhode Island - Gregg M. Amore Skip to main content Skip to navigation HOLIDAY - DÍA FERIADO In observance of Victory Day, our offices and call centers will be closed on

https://www.sos.ri.gov/divisions/state-archives/dual-citizenship-information

East Providence, RI - ClerkBase

East Providence, RI - ClerkBase home help support contact us Browse Browse Search East Providence, RI Executive Orders City Council Ordinance Book Resolution Book Water Quality Report Planning Board B

https://clerkshq.com/EastProvidence-ri

Elected Officials | Bristol, RI

Check out more details about the Elected Officials on this page.

https://bristolri.gov/190/Elected-Officials

Elected Officials | Bristol, RI

Check out more details about the Elected Officials on this page.

https://www.bristolri.gov/190/Elected-Officials

Elections - Board of Canvassers | Bristol, RI

Elections - Board of Canvassers | Bristol, RI Skip to Main Content Search Government Departments Business Residents About Home Departments Town Clerk Department Elections - Board of Canvassers Electio

https://www.bristolri.gov/385/Elections---Board-of-Canvassers

Elections - Board of Canvassers | Bristol, RI

Elections - Board of Canvassers | Bristol, RI Skip to Main Content Search Government Departments Business Residents About Home Departments Town Clerk Department Elections - Board of Canvassers Electio

https://bristolri.gov/385/Elections---Board-of-Canvassers

Elections | Richmond, RI - Official Website

Learn about upcoming elections, how to vote, and more.

https://www.richmondri.com/345/Elections

Emergency Medical Services | Cumberland, RI

Cumberland Emergency Medical Services (CEMS) is a municipal department that is the primary provider of EMS to the Town of Cumberland.

https://ri-cumberland.civicplus.com/188/Emergency-Medical-Services

External Websites and Databases - Rhode Island: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research

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FAQs • South Kingstown, RI • CivicEngage

FAQs • South Kingstown, RI • CivicEngage Skip to Main Content Government Services Community Business How Do I... Search Home FAQs Animal Control Show All Answers 1. Where can I get a dog license? Dog

https://www.southkingstownri.gov/faq

For Business... | New Shoreham, RI - Official Website

Enhance your business by accessing related resources.

https://www.newshorehamri.gov/129/For-Business

Forms, Permits & Applications | North Smithfield, RI

Thinking of running for office? Get all the information you need.

https://www.nsmithfieldri.gov/214/Forms-Permits-Applications

Frequent Filers - Rhode Island - Gregg M. Amore

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From the Town Clerk | North Smithfield, RI

The Town Clerk’s Office is responsible to maintain, index and record all Land Evidence Records provided.

https://www.nsmithfieldri.gov/215/From-the-Town-Clerk

Government | Bristol, RI

Gather information about government services, offices, boards, commissions, and elected officials.

https://bristolri.gov/27/Government

Government | Bristol, RI

Gather information about government services, offices, boards, commissions, and elected officials.

https://www.bristolri.gov/27/Government

Government | Cumberland, RI

Gather information about government services, offices, boards, commissions, and elected officials.

https://www.cumberlandri.gov/27/Government

Government | North Smithfield, RI

Take a moment to look over information about the town's government.

https://www.nsmithfieldri.gov/27/Government

Health & Public Safety | North Smithfield, RI

The Town of North Smithfield is committed to public safety and the health and well being of the town residents, employees and visitors.

https://www.nsmithfieldri.gov/161/Health-Public-Safety

Home - Rhode Island Department of Transportation

State of Rhode Island: Rhode Island Department of Transportation

https://www.dot.ri.gov/

How Do I... | Lincoln, RI

Quickly learn information and gather helpful resources.

https://www.lincolnri.gov/9/How-Do-I

How Do I...? | Richmond, RI - Official Website

How Do I...?

https://www.richmondri.gov/9/How-Do-I

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FAQ

Are Rhode Island public records free?
Many Rhode Island public records are accessible for free on official government websites, but some databases may charge fees for certified copies, bulk data, or certain searches.
What Rhode Island public records can I search online?
Common online records include court case lookups, inmate/department of corrections search, property tax/assessor records, and business entity filings. Availability varies by county and agency.
How do I request certified vital records in Rhode Island?
Certified birth/death/marriage records are usually handled by the state vital records office or local county clerk. Online searches often show indexes, while certified copies typically require an official request.