Rhode Island § 5-78-2 - Dating Services
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 5-78-2 — Dating Services, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-78-2. Dating Services
R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-78-2
§ 5-78-2. Contract requirements.
(a) Each contract for social referral services shall provide that such contract may be cancelled at any time up until midnight of the third (3rd) business day after the date of receipt by the buyer of a copy of the written contract, by written notice, delivered by electronic mail to the seller at an electronic mail address that shall be specified in the contract or by certified or registered United States mail to the seller at an address that shall be specified in the contract.
(b)(1) In every contract for social referral services, the seller shall furnish to the buyer a fully completed copy of the contract at the time of its execution, which shows the date of the transaction and contains the name, electronic mail address, and address of the seller, and in the immediate proximity to the space reserved in the contract for the signature of the buyer and in not less than ten-point (10) boldface type, a statement in substantially the following form:
“You, the buyer, may cancel this contract at any time prior to midnight of the third business day after your receipt of this contract. See the attached notice of cancellation for an explanation of this right.”
(2) At the time the buyer signs the social referral services contract, a statement captioned “Notice of Cancellation” shall be contained in the contract and shall contain, in not less than ten-point (10) boldface type, the following information and statements:
“Notice of Cancellation”
“_________________________________________ (Date of Transaction)
You may cancel this contract, without any penalty or obligation, at any time prior to midnight of the third business day after your receipt of this contract by mailing this signed and dated notice of cancellation by certified or registered United States mail to the seller at the following address: _______________________________________________________________________ . If you cancel, any payments made by you under the contract will be returned within ten (10) business days following receipt by the seller of your cancellation notice.”
(3) All moneys paid pursuant to any contract for social referral services shall be refunded within ten (10) business days of receipt of the notice of cancellation.
(c) The consumer’s right of rescission shall not be waived, sold, or abrogated in any way or manner.
History of Section.
P.L. 2006, ch. 116, § 1; P.L. 2006, ch. 137, § 1; P.L. 2025, ch. 278, art. 6, § 4,
effective June 29, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 5-78-2
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 5-78-2 cover?
Section 5-78-2 ("Dating Services") 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 § 5-78-2?
A common citation format is "Rhode Island General Laws § 5-78-2" (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 § 5-78-2 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.