Rhode Island § 4-24-5 - Permit Program for Cats
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§ 4-24-5. Permit Program for Cats
R.I. Gen. Laws § 4-24-5
§ 4-24-5. Sale or adoption of cats.
(a) Any person or licensed business who provides or offers to the public, whether or not for compensation, any pet or pet related goods, where they are the primary products, or pet services shall provide to their clients, at no charge, information relating to pet care and ownership, including information on city and town laws pertaining to animal control.
(b) Any person offering cats for sale or adoption shall disclose to any purchaser or adoptive owner, information regarding the licensing or permit requirements of the city or town in which they reside applicable to the animal.
History of Section.
P.L. 2006, ch. 59, § 1; P.L. 2006, ch. 63, § 1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 4-24-5
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 4-24-5 cover?
Section 4-24-5 ("Permit Program for Cats") 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 § 4-24-5?
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