Credibility

Defendant appealed the decision of the Appeals Panel sustaining the violations of R.I.G.L. 1956 § 31-15-11 (laned roadways) and R.I.G.L. 1956 § 31-16-5 (turn signal required). The Court held that only the finder of fact may asses the credibilty of witnesses.  Accordingly, the Court sustained the violation against the defendant.

Bruce Slater v. State of Rhode Island, A.A. No. 11-166 (May 25, 2012).pdf