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Some states have laws against riding a bicycle on a street or highway while under the influence of drugs or alcohol (cycling under the influence, or CUI). Other states apply traditional DUI/DWI laws to cycling while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. And some states don't have a specific CUI law, and don't apply traditional DUI/DWI laws to riding a non-motorized vehicle, such as a bicycle.

In Rhode Island, the laws that apply to driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs do not explicitly include bicycles. Rhode Island General Laws § 31-27-2, which addresses DUI, is specific to 'any person who drives a motor vehicle.' Since bicycles are not motor vehicles, the DUI statute does not directly apply to cyclists. However, this does not mean that riding a bicycle while under the influence is without consequence. Law enforcement officers may use other public safety or disorderly conduct statutes to address situations where a cyclist is deemed to be a danger to themselves or others due to impairment. It is always advisable to avoid cycling under the influence as it can lead to dangerous situations and potential legal repercussions.

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