Casino security in Rhode Island has authority to detain patrons suspected of crimes on casino property pending arrival of state police. Detention can be done in private areas including back-of-house holding rooms with surveillance cameras. You have the right to remain silent during casino detention. Anything you say to casino security can be reported to state police and used against you. Casino interrogations are not subject to the same Miranda requirements as police interrogations, which makes early defense intervention especially important. If you are detained by casino security, do not make statements, do not sign documents, and demand to speak with a lawyer before answering questions.
