The "Protect Our Courts Act," proposed as Chapter 34 of Title 12 of the General Laws, aims to protect individuals attending court proceedings in Rhode Island from civil arrest unless supported by a judicial warrant or judicial order. The act defines key terms such as "civil arrest," "court proceeding," and "judicial warrant." It establishes that individuals who are parties or potential witnesses in court proceedings are privileged from civil arrest while going to, remaining at, and returning from the court, unless such arrest is authorized by a judicial warrant or order.

Violating this privilege may constitute contempt of court or false imprisonment, but does not affect the lawful actions of judicial personnel or law enforcement officers. The act allows individuals and the Attorney General to initiate civil actions for equitable and declaratory relief if they believe their rights under this chapter have been violated. It also grants courts the authority to issue orders to protect these privileges and mandates the chief justice to promulgate rules for law enforcement interactions within courthouses.

The act emphasizes the importance of maintaining access to the courts and ensuring that arrests do not interfere with judicial processes. It is set to take effect upon passage.