Rhode Island § 20-2-16 - Licensing
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 20-2-16 — Licensing, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-2-16. Licensing
R.I. Gen. Laws § 20-2-16
§ 20-2-16. Hunting license.
(a)(1) Resident: twenty-one dollars ($21.00); commencing July 1, 2025, twenty-four dollars ($24.00); commencing July 1, 2028, twenty-seven dollars ($27.00).
(2) Nonresident: fifty-five dollars ($55.00); commencing July 1, 2025, sixty-five dollars ($65.00); commencing July 1, 2028, seventy-five dollars ($75.00).
(3) Nonresident landowner: a nonresident citizen of the United States and owner of real estate in Rhode Island assessed for taxation at a valuation of not less than thirty thousand dollars ($30,000) may obtain a resident’s hunting license.
(4) Shooting preserve: three dollars and fifty cents ($3.50).
(5) Nonresident three (3) day: twenty dollars ($20.00). This license shall entitle the licensee to hunt in Rhode Island for three (3) consecutive days as validated by the issuing agent.
(6) Resident junior hunting license: fourteen dollars ($14.00).
(7) Nonresident junior hunting license: forty dollars ($40.00).
(b) Hunting licenses shall expire on the last day of February of each year.
History of Section.
P.L. 1981, ch. 197, § 3; P.L. 1986, ch. 549, § 1; P.L. 1996, ch. 288, § 1; P.L. 2002,
ch. 65, art. 13, § 16; P.L. 2021, ch. 162, art. 7, § 2, effective July 1, 2021.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 20-2-16
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 20-2-16 cover?
Section 20-2-16 ("Licensing") 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 § 20-2-16?
A common citation format is "Rhode Island General Laws § 20-2-16" (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 § 20-2-16 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.