Rhode Island § 6-40-2 - Mail Order Sales

Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 6-40-2 — Mail Order Sales, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 6-40-2. Mail Order Sales

R.I. Gen. Laws § 6-40-2

§ 6-40-2. Prohibitions.

It is unlawful in the sale of consumer goods or services for any person conducting a mail order or catalog business in this state, and utilizing a post office box address or a street address representing a site used primarily for the receipt or delivery of mail or as a telephone answering service, to fail to disclose the legal name under which business is done and the complete street address from which business is actually conducted in all advertising and promotional materials, including order blanks and forms.

History of Section.
P.L. 1986, ch. 490, § 1.

Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 6-40-2

What does Rhode Island General Laws § 6-40-2 cover?

Section 6-40-2 ("Mail Order Sales") 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 § 6-40-2?

A common citation format is "Rhode Island General Laws § 6-40-2" (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 § 6-40-2 apply to my situation?

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Sources & Verification

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