Rhode Island § 3-12-23 - Enforcement of Title
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 3-12-23 — Enforcement of Title, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-12-23. Enforcement of Title
R.I. Gen. Laws § 3-12-23
§ 3-12-23. Notice of conviction to department and local authorities.
It is the duty of each clerk of a court upon the final conviction or sentence of any person for violating any provision of this title, to notify, within ten (10) days after that final conviction or sentence, the town council of the town or the board of commissioners for granting of licenses of the city or town where the person convicted or sentenced at the time of the complaint carried on business, and also at the time of the conviction carries on business, and also to notify the department of business regulation and the division of taxation within ten (10) days after the final conviction or sentence of the fact of that final conviction or sentence and of the offense for which that final conviction or sentence was had, and any clerk who neglects or refuses to notify as provided in this section shall be fined fifty dollars ($50.00) for each and every offense.
History of Section.
P.L. 1933, ch. 2013, § 72; G.L. 1938, ch. 170, § 13; impl. am. P.L. 1939, ch. 660,
§ 120; G.L. 1956, § 3-12-23; P.L. 1996, ch. 100, art. 36, § 13.
Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 3-12-23
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 3-12-23 cover?
Section 3-12-23 ("Enforcement of Title") 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 § 3-12-23?
A common citation format is "Rhode Island General Laws § 3-12-23" (Rhode Island). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Rhode Island law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Rhode Island official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Rhode Island attorney.
How does Rhode Island § 3-12-23 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Rhode Island can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Rhode Island.