Rhode Island § 17-20-4 - Mail Ballots
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§ 17-20-4. Mail Ballots
R.I. Gen. Laws § 17-20-4
§ 17-20-4. Exemption from registration.
Any member of the armed forces or of the merchant marine of the United States in active service, any person absent from the state in the performance of “services intimately connected with military operations”, as defined in § 17-20-3(d), and any person employed outside of the United States, as defined in § 17-20-3(c) who, except for registration, would be a qualified elector of this state, shall be exempt during the period of his or her service or employment and for two (2) years thereafter from the registration requirements of the Constitution of this state.
History of Section.
P.L. 1978, ch. 258, § 2; P.L. 1999, ch. 358, § 1; P.L. 2001, ch. 56, § 1; P.L. 2001,
ch. 121, § 1; P.L. 2005, ch. 410, § 10.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 17-20-4
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 17-20-4 cover?
Section 17-20-4 ("Mail Ballots") 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 § 17-20-4?
A common citation format is "Rhode Island General Laws § 17-20-4" (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 § 17-20-4 apply to my situation?
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