§ 21-37-1. Legislative findings and purpose. (a) Caffeine is a known alkaloid found in cocoa, coffee, tea, kola nuts, and is naturally present in more than sixty (60) plants. While generally used as a stimulant, it does not actually provide energy, but on the contrary, provides the illusion of energy. While caffeine can be found […]
§ 21-37-2. Definitions. As used in this chapter: (1) “Caffeine” means that central nervous-system stimulant and known alkaloid commonly found in cocoa and coffee seeds or beans; and (2) “Powdered caffeine” means any concentrated powdered form of the stimulant caffeine, or any powder substance sold or marketed as pure or concentrated caffeine. History of Section.P.L. […]
§ 21-37-3. Prohibited activities. (a) It shall be illegal for any person, partnership, corporation, or other entity to sell, give, provide, or otherwise supply powdered caffeine to any person under the age of twenty-one (21) years. (1) Any person, partnership, corporation, or other entity located within or without the state of Rhode Island that violates […]
