Rhode Island § 4-18-5 - Importation of Wild Animals
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§ 4-18-5. Importation of Wild Animals
R.I. Gen. Laws § 4-18-5
§ 4-18-5. Issuance of import permits.
Issuance of import permits for animals listed under § 4-18-3 may be made by the department upon:
(1) Submission of written application providing the information enumerated under § 4-18-4 not less than seven (7) days preceding the probable date of shipment;
(2) Completion of an inspection indicating that the quarantine facility or premises designated in the application are adequate;
(3) Payment of the necessary permit fees required under § 4-18-8;
(4) Determination by the department that the public health and safety is not endangered; and
(5) Approval of the probable point of first arrival into this state.
History of Section.
P.L. 1971, ch. 58, § 1.
Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 4-18-5
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 4-18-5 cover?
Section 4-18-5 ("Importation of Wild Animals") 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 § 4-18-5?
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