Rhode Island § 24-7-6 - Sidewalks
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 24-7-6 — Sidewalks, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 24-7-6. Sidewalks
R.I. Gen. Laws § 24-7-6
§ 24-7-6. Judgment and costs on appeal.
If the person appealing from any assessment of taxes for the making and laying of any sidewalk shall fail to have the taxes reduced on appeal, he or she shall be adjudged to pay the costs of suit, and the collector of taxes in the town may proceed to collect the taxes as if the appeal had not been taken, but if the appellant shall succeed in having the tax reduced, the appellant shall recover costs, and the collector of taxes shall collect from the appellant only so much of the tax as shall have been found on appeal to be due from the appellant.
History of Section.
P.L. 1928, ch. 1224, § 6; G.L. 1938, ch. 348, § 6; G.L. 1956, § 24-7-6.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 24-7-6
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 24-7-6 cover?
Section 24-7-6 ("Sidewalks") 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 § 24-7-6?
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Is this the official text of Rhode Island law?
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How does Rhode Island § 24-7-6 apply to my situation?
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Sources & Verification
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