Rhode Island § 30-15-16 - Emergency Management
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 30-15-16 — Emergency Management, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30-15-16. Emergency Management
R.I. Gen. Laws § 30-15-16
§ 30-15-16. No private liability.
Any person controlling real estate or other premises who voluntarily, and without compensation, grants a license or privilege, or otherwise permits the designation or use of the whole or any part or parts of that real estate or premises for the purpose of sheltering persons during an actual, impending, mock, or practice disaster shall, together with his or her successors in interest, if any, not be civilly liable for negligently causing the death of, or injury to, any person on or about the real estate or premises or for the loss of, or damage to, the property of that person.
History of Section.
P.L. 1973, ch. 67, § 2.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 30-15-16
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 30-15-16 cover?
Section 30-15-16 ("Emergency Management") 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 § 30-15-16?
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Sources & Verification
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