Rhode Island § 9-16-1 - View by Jury
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§ 9-16-1. View by Jury
R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-16-1
§ 9-16-1. Court order for view.
In all cases in which it shall seem advisable to the court, on request of either party, a view by the jury may be ordered; and in all such cases, the court shall regulate the proceedings at the view and, in its discretion, accompany the jury.
History of Section.
C.P.A. 1905, § 355; G.L. 1909, ch. 292, § 1; G.L. 1923, ch. 342, § 1; G.L. 1938, ch.
508, § 1; G.L. 1956, § 9-16-1.
Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 9-16-1
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 9-16-1 cover?
Section 9-16-1 ("View by Jury") 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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