Rhode Island § 20-2-1 - Licensing

Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 20-2-1 — Licensing, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 20-2-1. Licensing

R.I. Gen. Laws § 20-2-1

§ 20-2-1. General.

The director may issue those licenses required under this title for hunting, fishing, and the taking of fish, game, birds, shellfish, lobsters, or other wild animals within this state and its territorial waters, pursuant to those regulations that the director deems necessary to carry out the provisions of this title. The director may, in his or her discretion, appoint responsible citizens or corporations of the state, or of adjoining states, engaged in operating sporting goods stores to act as agents with authority to issue licenses in the manner and under the conditions as set forth below. Before an appointment shall occur, that citizen or corporation of the state or of adjoining states shall deliver to the director a bond with a surety company authorized to do business in the state of Rhode Island. The requirements and conditions of the bond shall be established by regulation.

History of Section.
P.L. 1981, ch. 197, § 3; P.L. 1994, ch. 253, § 1.

Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 20-2-1

What does Rhode Island General Laws § 20-2-1 cover?

Section 20-2-1 ("Licensing") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Rhode Island § 20-2-1?

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Is this the official text of Rhode Island law?

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