Rhode Island § 3-5-14 - Licenses Generally
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 3-5-14 — Licenses Generally, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-5-14. Licenses Generally
R.I. Gen. Laws § 3-5-14
§ 3-5-14. Licenses issued by department of business regulation.
The right, power, and jurisdiction to issue manufacturer’s, wholesaler’s, or retailer’s Class G and Class I licenses are solely in the department of business regulation; provided, that before the department issues any Class I license it shall first receive the approval of the licensing authority of the town or city in which the premises covered by the Class I license are located; and provided, that the number of Class I licenses in the state shall be limited to one to each twenty-five thousand (25,000) of its inhabitants as determined by the latest census taken under the authority of the United States or of this state.
History of Section.
P.L. 1933, ch. 2013, § 11; P.L. 1934, ch. 2088, § 3; G.L. 1938, ch. 164, § 4; P.L.
1940, ch. 814, § 7; G.L. 1956, § 3-5-14.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 3-5-14
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 3-5-14 cover?
Section 3-5-14 ("Licenses Generally") 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 § 3-5-14?
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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 § 3-5-14 apply to my situation?
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