Rhode Island § 6-59-1 - Gift Card Fraud
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§ 6-59-1. Gift Card Fraud
R.I. Gen. Laws § 6-59-1
§ 6-59-1. Definitions.
As used in this chapter, “gift card” means a written promise or electronic payment device that:
(1) Is usable at a single merchant or an affiliated group of merchants that share the same name, mark, or logo, or is usable at multiple, unaffiliated merchants or service providers;
(2) Is issued in a specific amount;
(3) May or may not be increased in value or reloaded;
(4) Is purchased and/or loaded on a prepaid basis for the future purchase or delivery of any goods or services; and
(5) Is honored upon presentation.
History of Section.
P.L. 2023, ch. 167, § 1, effective June 20, 2023; P.L. 2023, ch. 168, § 1, effective
June 20, 2023.
Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 6-59-1
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 6-59-1 cover?
Section 6-59-1 ("Gift Card Fraud") 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.
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