Rhode Island § 31-47-15 - Motor Vehicle Reparations Act
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§ 31-47-15. Motor Vehicle Reparations Act
R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-47-15
§ 31-47-15. Exceptions.
This chapter shall not apply to any motor vehicle for the operation of which security or proof of financial responsibility is required to be furnished under §§ 39-14-18, 39-14-19, 39-13-7, 39-13-8, and 39-13-9, nor to any vehicle for which a permit or certificate is in force pursuant to the Interstate Commerce Act (see now 49 U.S.C. § 10101 et seq.), nor to any motor vehicle owned by the United States, any state, or any political subdivision of any state.
History of Section.
P.L. 1991, ch. 167, § 1.
Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 31-47-15
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 31-47-15 cover?
Section 31-47-15 ("Motor Vehicle Reparations Act") 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 § 31-47-15?
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