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T11-0037 Credibility

Defendant appealed the decision of the trial judge sustaining the violations of R.I.G.L. 1956 § 31-15-11 (laned roadways), R.I.G.L. 1956 § 31-23-13 (muffler violation), and R.I.G.L. § 31-16-5 (turn signal required).  The Appeals Panel held that the trial magistrate’s decision was supported by legally competent evidence and was not affected by error of law.  Additionaly, the Appeals Panel held that it lacked the authority to assess witness credibility.  Accordingly, Court sustained the violations against the defendant. 

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