Rhode Island § 39-8-3 - Railroad Crossings
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 39-8-3 — Railroad Crossings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39-8-3. Railroad Crossings
R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-8-3
§ 39-8-3. Consent to establishment of grade crossing.
No railroad corporation shall lay out or build its road or lay its tracks across any railroad, street, highway, turnpike, or traveled way at grade, and no street, highway, turnpike, or road shall be laid out or built across any railroad track at grade, except by the consent of the commission thereto; provided, that if the commission shall consent or refuse to consent to any crossing at grade, the corporation or any party aggrieved by the consent or refusal may petition the supreme court for relief in accordance with chapter 5 of this title, and the decision of the court shall be final.
History of Section.
G.L. 1896, ch. 187, § 45; P.L. 1899, ch. 658, § 1; C.P.A. 1905, § 1226; G.L. 1909,
ch. 215, § 49; G.L. 1923, ch. 251, § 40; G.L. 1938, ch. 124, § 40; G.L. 1956, § 39-8-3;
P.L. 1973, ch. 199, § 6; P.L. 1984, ch. 81, § 14.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 39-8-3
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 39-8-3 cover?
Section 39-8-3 ("Railroad Crossings") 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 § 39-8-3?
A common citation format is "Rhode Island General Laws § 39-8-3" (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 § 39-8-3 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
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