DeCiantis v. Rhode Island Department of Corrections

OPINION

This case came before the Supreme Court on November 10, 2003, pursuant to an order directing the parties to appear and show cause why the issues raised in this appeal should not summarily be decided. After healing the arguments of counsel and reviewing the memoranda of the parties, we are satisfied that cause has not been shown. Accordingly, we shall decide the appeal at this time.

Anthony J. DeCiantis, Sr. (DeCiantis or plaintiff), appeals pro se from the grant of a motion to dismiss pursuant to Rule 12(b)(6) of the Superior Court Rules of Civil Procedure in favor of defendant, the…