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2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-24 - Permit Program for Cats › Section 4-24-13. - Low-cost spay/neuter accounts.

§ 4-24-13. Low-cost spay/neuter accounts.
(a)
All revenue generated pursuant to §§ 4-24-9 and 4-24-10 shall be deposited in the respective city and towns spay/neuter accounts. Said funds shall be divided equally with fifty percent (50%) of which to be reserved for the exclusive use of funding a low-cost spay/neuter program for the animals of persons who qualify for one of the following public assistance programs or any other public assistance program as determined by the city or towns animal control officer:
(1)
Any program which qualifies as public assistance pursuant to chapter 6 of title 40;
(2)
The food stamp program authorized by Title XIII of the federal Food and Agriculture Act of 1977, 7 U.S.C. § 2011 et seq.;
(3)
The supplemental security income program authorized by Title XVI of the federal Social Security Act, 42 U.S.C. § 1381 et seq.;
(4)
The federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Act authorized by 42 U.S.C. § 601 et seq.; or
(5)
The Medicaid program authorized by Title IX of the federal Social Security Act, 42 U.S.C. § 1381.
Persons who are eligible for any of the aforementioned programs must provide proof that he or she is an eligible person to the animal control officer of that city or town to qualify for the low-cost spay/neuter provisions of this section.
(b)
All remaining funds shall be deposited in the respective city or towns spay/neuter account to fund the spaying and neutering of animals currently residing in the city or towns pound and to fund low-cost spay/neuter programs.
History of Section.
P.L. 2006, ch. 59, § 1; P.L. 2006, ch. 63, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-25 - Pet Warranties — Dogs › Section 4-25-1. - Definitions.

§ 4-25-1. Definitions.
As used in this chapter:
(1)
“Clinically ill” means an illness that is apparent to a licensed veterinarian based on observation, examination, or testing of the dog.
(2)
“Nonelective surgical procedure” means a surgical procedure that is necessary to preserve or restore the health of an animal or to correct a condition that would interfere with the animal’s ability to walk, run, jump or otherwise function in a normal manner.
(3)
“Purchaser” means any person purchasing a dog from a seller, as defined in this section.
(4)
“Seller” means any person, business or other entity engaging in the sale of dogs, except that this definition does not encompass the sale of dogs on the premises of and by a public shelter, pound or other entity operating as a nonprofit organization pursuant to Rhode Island law. Persons selling fewer than twenty (20) dogs or three (3) litters, whichever is greater, in a single calendar year shall be exempt from the provisions of this chapter.
History of Section.
P.L. 2007, ch. 328, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-25 - Pet Warranties — Dogs › Section 4-25-2. - Information at sale provided by seller.

§ 4-25-2. Information at sale provided by seller.
(a)
Every seller shall, at the time of sale, deliver to the purchaser of each dog a written statement containing the following information:
(1)
The date of the animal’s birth, if known; the breeders name and address, if known; and the date the seller received the animal, if not bred by the seller. If the seller does not know the name and address of the breeder, then the seller must provide the name and address of the person who sold or gave the animal to the seller.
(2)
The breed, sex and color of the animal, and identifying marks existing at the time of sale, if any. If the animal is from a United States Department of Agriculture licensed source, the statement shall contain the individual identifying tag, tattoo or collar number for that animal. If the breed is unknown or mixed, the statement must so indicate.
(3)
If the animal is being sold as registerable, the names and registration numbers of the sire and dam and the litter number.
(4)
A record of any inoculations and worming treatments administered to the animal as of the time of sale including dates of administration and the type of vaccine or worming treatment.
(5)
A record of any diagnosis, treatment or medication received by the animal from a licensed veterinarian while in the possession of the seller.
History of Section.
P.L. 2007, ch. 328, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-25 - Pet Warranties — Dogs › Section 4-25-3. - Written disclosure by seller.

§ 4-25-3. Written disclosure by seller.
(a)
Upon the sale of a dog, a written disclosure signed and dated by both the seller and purchaser shall be provided and shall include:
(1)
A statement by the seller:
(i)
That the animal has no known disease or illness nor any congenital or hereditary condition that adversely affects the health of the animal at the time of sale or is likely to adversely affect the health of this animal in the future; or
(ii)
Of any known disease, illness or congenital or hereditary condition that adversely affects the health of the animal at the time of sale or is likely to adversely affect the health of the animal in the future.
(b)
The seller must disclose in writing if the animal has not received a veterinary examination prior to sale.
History of Section.
P.L. 2007, ch. 328, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-25 - Pet Warranties — Dogs › Section 4-25-4. - Record keeping.

§ 4-25-4. Record keeping.
A seller shall maintain the written record on the health and disposition of each dog sold by the seller for a period of two (2) years following the sale. The record shall also contain all of the information required to be disclosed pursuant to §§ 4-25-2 and 4-25-3 herein. These records shall also be available to animal control and law enforcement officers for inspection and copying within normal business hours.
History of Section.
P.L. 2007, ch. 328, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-25 - Pet Warranties — Dogs › Section 4-25-5. - Purchaser remedies.

§ 4-25-5. Purchaser remedies.
(a)
A purchaser is entitled to relief from the seller after the purchase of a dog if one of the following conditions occurs:
(1)
Within twenty (20) days after the purchase of the dog, a licensed veterinarian states in writing that the animal is suffering from or has died from an illness, disease or other defect adversely affecting the animal’s health and that this condition existed in the dog on or before delivery to the purchaser. Intestinal or external parasites shall not be considered to adversely affect an animal’s health unless their presence makes the animal clinically ill.
(2)
Within two (2) years after the purchase of the animal, a licensed veterinarian states in writing that the animal possesses or has died from a congenital or hereditary condition adversely affecting the health of the animal or that requires hospitalization or nonelective surgical procedures.
(b)
A purchaser entitled to relief herein may elect only one of the following remedies:
(1)
Return the animal to the seller for a full refund of the purchase price and also reimbursement for reasonable veterinarian fees for diagnosis and treatment in an amount not to exceed the original purchase price of the animal.
(2)
Exchange the animal for another one which the purchaser may choose having comparable value if a replacement is available and also receive reimbursement for reasonable veterinary fees for diagnosis and treatment in an amount not to exceed the original purchase price of the animal; or
(3)
Retain the animal and also receive reimbursement for reasonable veterinary fees for diagnosis and treatment in an amount not to exceed the original purchase price of the animal.
(c)
For purposes of this section, veterinary fees shall be deemed reasonable if the services rendered are appropriate for the diagnosis and treatment of the illness or congenital or hereditary condition. The cost of such services shall be comparable to that charged for similar services by other Rhode Island veterinarians. A veterinary fee shall be presumed reasonable in the absence of evidence to the contrary.
(d)
Refunds and payment of reimbursable expenses pursuant to this section shall be made by the seller to the purchaser within ten (10) business days following receipt by seller of veterinarians statement as per subsection 4-25-5(a) herein.
History of Section.
P.L. 2007, ch. 328, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-25 - Pet Warranties — Dogs › Section 4-25-6. - Purchaser’s obligations.

§ 4-25-6. Purchaser’s obligations.
In order for the purchaser to obtain remedies as per § 4-25-5 herein he/she shall comply with all of the following requirements:
(1)
Notify the seller in writing as soon as practicable, but in no event more than ten (10) days after the diagnosis by a licensed veterinarian that the animal has a medical or health problem or congenital or hereditary condition.
(A)
The notice shall include the name and telephone number of the veterinarian providing the diagnosis.
(2)
In the case of illness or disease, the purchaser shall provide a written statement from a licensed veterinarian within ten (10) days of diagnosis which states that the animal is clinically ill, suffers from a congenital or hereditary condition, or has symptoms of a contagious infectious disease which existed on or before delivery to the purchaser and that adversely affects the health of the animal.
(B)
At the request of the seller, the purchaser shall take the animal for an examination by a licensed veterinarian of the seller’s choice.
(i)
The seller shall pay for the cost of this veterinarian.
(ii)
In the case of death, the seller may have his or her veterinarian perform a necropsy. The seller will bear the cost.
(3)
The statement of the veterinarian referred to herein shall include the following:
(i)
The purchasers name and address.
(ii)
The date or dates the animal was examined.
(iii)
The breed and age of the animal, if known.
(iv)
That the veterinarian examined the animal.
(v)
That the animal has or had an illness or condition subject to a remedy under § 4-25-5 herein.
(vi)
The findings from the examination or necropsy including, but not limited to, laboratory results and copies of said.
(vii)
An itemized bill for fees appropriate for the diagnosis and treatment of the illness.
History of Section.
P.L. 2007, ch. 328, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-25 - Pet Warranties — Dogs › Section 4-25-7. - Limitations on remedies.

§ 4-25-7. Limitations on remedies.
(a)
Notwithstanding other provisions herein, no refund, replacement or reimbursement of veterinary fees shall be made if any of the following conditions occur:
(1)
The illness or death resulted from maltreatment or neglect or from an injury sustained or an illness contracted subsequent to the delivery of the animal to the purchaser.
(2)
The purchaser does not carry out the recommended treatment prescribed by the examining veterinarian who made the initial diagnosis. If the cost for said treatment together with the veterinarians fee for diagnosis exceeds the purchase price then this section does not apply.
(3)
The illness disease or condition was disclosed at the time of sale pursuant to § 4-25-3 but the purchaser took the delivery of the animal anyway.
(4)
The purchaser failed to return to the seller all documents previously provided to the purchaser to register the animal.
History of Section.
P.L. 2007, ch. 328, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-25 - Pet Warranties — Dogs › Section 4-25-8. - Contested cases.

§ 4-25-8. Contested cases.
(a)
If the purchaser and seller are unable to reach an agreement within ten (10) business days following an examination of the animal by the seller’s chosen veterinarian, the purchaser may initiate an action in a court of competent jurisdiction to resolve the dispute.
(b)
The purchaser in any legal action pursuant to this section shall have the right to collect reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs if the opposing party acted in bad faith in denying the requested remedy.
History of Section.
P.L. 2007, ch. 328, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-25 - Pet Warranties — Dogs › Section 4-25-9. - Notice.

§ 4-25-9. Notice.
(a)
Every seller pursuant to this chapter shall post in a conspicuous location a notice stating that purchasers of animals have specific rights under law and that a written statement of such rights is available upon request. Such notice shall be in one hundred (100) point type and shall read as follows:
(a)
“Purchasers of dogs from this seller are entitled to specific rights under law. Purchasers must be provided a written copy of such rights at the time of sale. Prospective purchasers may receive a copy of such rights from the seller upon request.”
(b)
The required notice at the time of sale must be signed by the purchaser and seller and receipt thereof must be acknowledged.
(c)
If the seller represents that the animal is registered or registerable with a registry then at the time of sale an additional written notice must be signed by seller and purchaser and must read as follows:
(c)
“A pedigree or a registration does not assure proper breeding condition, health quality or claims to lineage.”
(d)
The seller shall provide the purchaser with all documents necessary for registration within one hundred twenty (120) days following the date of sale.
(e)
If the seller fails to provide the documents necessary for registration within one hundred twenty (120) days from sale then the purchaser upon written notice to seller, shall be entitled to retain the animal and receive a partial refund of seventy-five percent (75%) of the purchase price; or the purchaser can return the animal and all documentation and receive a full refund.
(f)
If the seller misrepresents the breed of the animal then the purchaser is entitled to all remedies herein.
History of Section.
P.L. 2007, ch. 328, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-25 - Pet Warranties — Dogs › Section 4-25-10. - Other remedies.

§ 4-25-10. Other remedies.
(a)
Nothing in this chapter limits any other rights or remedies available to a consumer under law.
(b)
A seller and purchaser may agree to additional terms and conditions so long as they are not inconsistent with this chapter. The rights referred to in this chapter may not be waived.
History of Section.
P.L. 2007, ch. 328, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-26 - The Rhode Island Livestock Welfare and Care Standards Advisory Council Act of 2012 › Section 4-26-1. - Short title.

§ 4-26-1. Short title.
This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the “Rhode Island Livestock Welfare and Care Standards Advisory Council Act of 2012.”
History of Section.
P.L. 2012, ch. 368, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 381, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-26 - The Rhode Island Livestock Welfare and Care Standards Advisory Council Act of 2012 › Section 4-26-2. - Findings.

§ 4-26-2. Findings.
The general assembly hereby finds that:
(1)
Livestock is the core of dairy and livestock farming in Rhode Island.
(2)
The care and management of livestock are important to the profitability of Rhode Island farms and the maintenance of Rhode Island’s working landscape.
(3)
There exists in this state a demand for safe, locally produced food.
(4)
Livestock raised on Rhode Island farms offers profit potential and economic opportunity for Rhode Island producers.
(5)
Livestock deserve a safe, healthy and humane environment that ensures protection from unnecessary or unjustifiable pain.
(6)
The state would benefit from a diverse body charged with making policy recommendations to the department regarding livestock care.
(7)
It is the intent of this legislation to assure the continued success of livestock and dairy farming in Rhode Island and the continuance of a safe, local food supply.
History of Section.
P.L. 2012, ch. 368, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 381, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-26 - The Rhode Island Livestock Welfare and Care Standards Advisory Council Act of 2012 › Section 4-26-3. - Definitions.

§ 4-26-3. Definitions.
As used in this chapter, unless the context indicates a different meaning or intent:
(1)
“Advisory council” or “council” means the Rhode Island livestock welfare and care standards advisory council act of 2012 established pursuant to § 4-26-4.
(2)
“Agricultural operation” means any individual, partnership or corporation that complies with § 44-27-3 and subsection 2-1-22(j) and produces and distributes a commercial food, feed, fiber or horticultural product.
(3)
“Biosecurity” means security from transmission of infectious diseases, parasites and pests.
(4)
“Director” means the director of the Rhode Island department of environmental management.
(5)
“License” means the certificate issued by the director to any person, firm, partnership, or corporation regularly engaged in the business of buying, selling and/or transporting livestock to be sold or used for food.
(6)
“Livestock” means any bovine, equine, caprine, ovine, camelid, swine, poultry, or other animal that is raised for production of food or fiber, or is used for work, commerce, or exhibition.
(7)
“State veterinarian’ means a licensed veterinarian employed by the department of environmental management.
History of Section.
P.L. 2012, ch. 368, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 381, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-26 - The Rhode Island Livestock Welfare and Care Standards Advisory Council Act of 2012 › Section 4-26-4. - Advisory council established.

§ 4-26-4. Advisory council established.
(a)
There is established a livestock care standards advisory council consisting of the state veterinarian, or his or her designee, who shall serve as the chairperson and six (6) public members appointed by the director as follows:
(1)
A representative from the Rhode Island farm bureau, or his or her designee, who shall serve as secretary;
(2)
A representative from the Rhode Island society for the prevention of cruelty to animals, or his or her designee;
(3)
A Rhode island based livestock farmer, or his or her designee;
(4)
A representative from the University of Rhode Island department of environment and life sciences, or his or her designee;
(5)
A representative from a Rhode Island nonprofit animal welfare entity, or his or her designee; and
(6)
A representative from a national nonprofit animal welfare entity.
(b)
Two (2) of those new members first appointed by the director shall serve initial terms of three (3) years; two (2) of those new members first appointed by the director shall serve an initial term of two (2) years; and two (2) of those new members, appointed by the director shall serve an initial term of one year. Thereafter, all appointed members of the advisory council shall be appointed to serve for terms of three (3) years. The members are eligible to succeed themselves. A vacancy other than by expiration shall be filled in the manner of the original appointment but only for the unexpired portion of the term.
(c)
The director may remove any member from the council for neglect of any duty required by law, or for incompetence, or unprofessional or dishonorable conduct.
(d)
The members of the council shall receive no compensation for their services but may receive reimbursement for travel and other necessary expenses while engaged in the performance of official duties of the council.
(e)
The council shall meet at least quarterly and at the call of the chairperson or four (4) members of the council. A majority of seats filled shall constitute a quorum.
(f)
The council shall receive staff and administrative support from the department. The director shall furnish the advisory board a suitable location to hold its meeting.
(g)
All departments and agencies of the state shall furnish such advice and information, documentation, and otherwise to the council and its agents as is deemed necessary or desirable by the council to facilitate the purposes of this chapter.
History of Section.
P.L. 2012, ch. 368, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 381, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-26 - The Rhode Island Livestock Welfare and Care Standards Advisory Council Act of 2012 › Section 4-26-5. - Duties of the council.

§ 4-26-5. Duties of the council.
The council shall support and work collaboratively with the department as follows:
(1)
Review and evaluate laws and rules of the state applicable to the care and handling of livestock as defined in subdivision 4-26-3(6) including, but not limited to:
(i)
The overall health and welfare of livestock species;
(ii)
Agricultural operation best management practices;
(iii)
Biosecurity and disease prevention;
(iv)
Humane transport and slaughter practices; and
(v)
Any other matters the council considers necessary for the proper care and well being of livestock animals in the state.
(2)
Respond to requests from the legislature for information and comments on proposed legislation;
(3)
Issue recommendations necessary to achieve these goals;
(4)
Submit policy recommendations to the director and general assembly on any of the subject matter set forth under subdivision (ii) of this subsection.
History of Section.
P.L. 2012, ch. 368, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 381, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 501, § 7.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-26 - The Rhode Island Livestock Welfare and Care Standards Advisory Council Act of 2012 › Section 4-26-6. - Reporting requirements.

§ 4-26-6. Reporting requirements.
(a)
The council shall provide a report of its recommendations and findings. Said report shall be provided to the department, governor and general assembly by April 30, 2013.
(b)
Thereafter, the council shall provide a written report to the governor and the general assembly, no later than April 30 of each year, on the progress made in achieving the goals and objectives set forth in this chapter and any other pertinent information by April 30, 2013.
(c)
The council shall be subject to the provisions of chapter 38-2, access to public records act, and chapter 42-46, open meetings act.
History of Section.
P.L. 2012, ch. 368, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 381, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-27 - Retirement of Research Dogs and Cats › Section 4-27-1. - Short title.

§ 4-27-1. Short title.
This act shall be known and may be cited as the “Research Animal Retirement Act.”
History of Section.
P.L. 2018, ch. 147, § 1; P.L. 2018, ch. 283, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-27 - Retirement of Research Dogs and Cats › Section 4-27-2. - Research dogs and cats — Retirement.

§ 4-27-2. Research dogs and cats — Retirement.
(a)
A higher education research facility that receives public money, including tax-exempt status, or a facility that provides research in collaboration with a higher education facility shall, after the completion of any testing or research involving a dog or cat, assess the health of the dog or cat and determine whether it is suitable for adoption. The facility shall thereafter make reasonable efforts to offer for adoption the dog or cat determined to be suitable for adoption, either through private placement or through an animal rescue and shelter organization; a duly incorporated society for the prevention of cruelty to animals; a duly incorporated humane society; or a duly incorporated animal protective association that operates physical animal sheltering facilities and offers household pets to the public for adoption by way of an established adoption program. These efforts shall be made prior to euthanizing the dog or cat. Nothing in this section shall create a duty upon an organization, association, or society to accept a dog or cat offered by a higher education research facility for adoption.
(b)
A facility that is required to offer dogs or cats for adoption under this section may enter into an agreement with an animal rescue and shelter organization; a duly incorporated society for the prevention of cruelty to animals; a duly incorporated humane society; or a duly incorporated animal protective association that operates physical animal sheltering facilities and offers household pets to the public for adoption by way of an established adoption program.
(c)
The attending or institutional veterinarian at a facility that is required to offer dogs or cats for adoption under this section shall have the authority to assess the health of an animal and determine whether an animal is suitable for adoption.
History of Section.
P.L. 2018, ch. 147, § 1; P.L. 2018, ch. 283, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-28 - Electronic Payments and Applications › Section 4-28-1. - Electronic payment of fees.

§ 4-28-1. Electronic payment of fees.
(a)
The director of the department of environmental management may require that any fee owed to the department, pursuant to any chapter of title 4, be paid electronically.
(b)
In addition to specific fees owed to the department of environmental management, pursuant to any chapter of title 4, the director of the department of environmental management may charge a processing fee. The department shall set the amount of such fees through rules and regulations, with processing fees not to exceed five percent (5%) of the original fee owed to the department.
History of Section.
P.L. 2023, ch. 197, § 10, effective June 21, 2023; P.L. 2023, ch. 198, § 10, effective June 21, 2023.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 4 - Animals and Animal Husbandry › Chapter 4-28 - Electronic Payments and Applications › Section 4-28-2. - Electronic submission of applications and reports.

§ 4-28-2. Electronic submission of applications and reports.
The director of the department of environmental management may require that any application or report required to be submitted to the department, pursuant to title 4, may be submitted electronically.
History of Section.
P.L. 2023, ch. 197, § 10, effective June 21, 2023; P.L. 2023, ch. 198, § 10, effective June 21, 2023.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-1 - Architects › Section 5-1-1. - Declaration of policy.

§ 5-1-1. Declaration of policy.
In order to protect the health, safety, and property of the people of Rhode Island, and to promote their welfare, no person shall practice architecture in this state except in compliance with the requirements of this chapter.
History of Section.
P.L. 1977, ch. 232, § 2.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-1 - Architects › Section 5-1-2. - Definitions.

§ 5-1-2. Definitions.
The following definitions apply in the interpretation of the provisions of this chapter, unless the context requires another meaning:
(1)
“Architect” means any person who engages in the practice of architecture, as that term is defined in this section, as attested by his or her licensing as an architect in this state.
(2)
“Board” means the board of examination and registration of architects established by this chapter.
(3)
“Certificate” means the certificate of registration issued annually by the board, indicating that the individual named in the certificate is an architect.
(4)
“Certificate of authorization” means the certificate of authorization issued by the board, indicating the sole proprietor, partnership, limited-liability partnership, corporation, or limited-liability company named in the certificate is permitted to practice architecture in the state.
(5)
“Department” means the department of business regulation.
(6)
“Director” means the director of the department of business regulation or his or her designee.
(7)
“Practice of architecture” means rendering or offering to render those services, described as follows:
(i)
Rendering or offering to render services in connection with the design and construction, enlargement, or alteration of a building or group of buildings and the space within and surrounding the buildings that have as their principal purpose human occupancy or habitation;
(ii)
The services referred to in this section include, but are not limited to, planning, providing preliminary studies, designs, drawings, specifications, and other technical submissions, the administration of construction contracts, and the coordination of any elements of technical submissions prepared by others including, as appropriate and without limitation, consulting engineers and landscape architects;
(iii)
The practice of architecture does not include the practice of engineering as defined in § 5-8-2(h)(1), but a registered architect may perform any engineering work that is incidental to the practice of architecture.
(8)
“Responsible control” means that amount of control over and detailed knowledge of the content of technical submissions during their preparations as is ordinarily exercised by registered architects applying the required professional standard of care. Reviewing, or reviewing and correcting, technical submissions after they have been prepared by others does not constitute the exercise of responsible control because the reviewer has neither control over nor detailed professional knowledge of the content of such submissions throughout their preparation.
History of Section.
P.L. 1977, ch. 232, § 2; P.L. 1982, ch. 442, § 1; P.L. 1997, ch. 30, art. 25, § 2; P.L. 1998, ch. 348, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 56, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 63, § 1; P.L. 2005, ch. 406, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 298, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 378, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-1 - Architects › Section 5-1-3. - Board — Membership — Appointments and term.

§ 5-1-3. Board — Membership — Appointments and term.
(a)
There is established a board of examination and registration of architects, composed of five (5) architects. Each member of the board must be a qualified elector of this state for three (3) consecutive years prior to appointment. Each member of the board shall have engaged in the practice of architecture, as defined by this chapter, as an individual practitioner; a partner of a partnership or limited-liability partnership; an officer or director of a corporation; or a member or manager of a limited-liability company engaged in the practice of architecture, for not less than seven (7) years prior to his or her appointment.
(b)
Each member of the board shall be appointed by the governor, with the advice and consent of the senate, to serve for a term of five (5) years and until a successor is appointed and qualified. No member of the board shall be associated in the practice of architecture, either individually or as a member of a firm, with any other member of the board.
In the year 2009, staggered terms shall be implemented as follows:
(1)
One member is appointed for a period of one year;
(2)
One member is appointed for a period of two (2) years;
(3)
One member is appointed for a period of three (3) years;
(4)
One member is appointed for a period of four (4) years; and
(5)
One member is appointed for a period of five (5) years.
(c)
Vacancies occurring in the membership of the board shall be filled by the governor, with the advice and consent of the senate, for the unexpired portion of the term. A member appointed for a full term is not eligible for more than two (2) consecutive terms.
(d)
Each member of the board shall take, and subscribe to, the oath of office generally required of state officials.
History of Section.
P.L. 1977, ch. 232, § 2; P.L. 2004, ch. 56, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 63, § 1; P.L. 2005, ch. 406, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-1 - Architects › Section 5-1-4. - Board — Organizational and special meetings — Quorum — Seal.

§ 5-1-4. Board — Organizational and special meetings — Quorum — Seal.
(a)
A regular meeting of the board shall be held in May of each year, at which time the board shall elect from its membership a chairperson, a vice-chair, and a secretary, who shall serve for one year and until their successors are elected and qualified. Special meetings of the board may be called by the chairperson or other members of the board, in accordance with any rules and regulations that the board adopts.
(b)
Three (3) members of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of all business, but no action shall be taken at any meeting without three (3) members in accord.
(c)
The board shall adopt a seal.
History of Section.
P.L. 1977, ch. 232, § 2.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-1 - Architects › Section 5-1-6. - Board — Records of proceedings — Roster of architects — Report of transactions.

§ 5-1-6. Board — Records of proceedings — Roster of architects — Report of transactions.
(a)
The board executive of the board shall keep a record of its proceedings. The record shall include the name, age, and last known address of each applicant for registration; information concerning each applicant’s education, experience, and other qualifications; the text of all examinations administered and their results; and any other information that the board deems appropriate. The record of the board is prima facie evidence of the proceedings and a certified transcript by the board executive is admissible in evidence with the same force and effect as if the original were produced.
(b)
The board shall maintain a roster of architects. Copies of the roster may be mailed annually to resident architects and to federal agencies within the state, and to state, city, and town officials, and may be distributed or sold to the public.
History of Section.
P.L. 1977, ch. 232, § 2; P.L. 2000, ch. 55, art. 14, § 2; P.L. 2005, ch. 406, § 1; P.L. 2009, ch. 310, § 22; P.L. 2011, ch. 16, § 1; P.L. 2011, ch. 24, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-1 - Architects › Section 5-1-8. - Examination and qualifications of applicants for certificates of registration.

§ 5-1-8. Examination and qualifications of applicants for certificates of registration.
(a)
Any individual who is at least twenty-one (21) years of age may apply for a certificate of registration under this chapter.
(b)
Each applicant for a certificate of registration shall submit satisfactory evidence to the board that he or she holds a National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) professional degree in architecture from an accredited school and has had any practical experience, including academic training, that the board, by regulations uniformly applied, deems appropriate. The board may, in its discretion, adopt as its standards for minimum experience the guidelines on practical experience of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards.
(c)
Each applicant for a certificate of registration who satisfies subsection (a) of this section and holds a professional degree in architecture as described in subsection (b) of this section shall submit to a registration examination. Results of the examination are announced within ninety (90) days of the date on which the examination commenced. The board shall adopt the examinations and recommended grading procedures of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards.
(d)
The board may require applicants under this section and under § 5-1-9 to submit to a personal interview.
History of Section.
P.L. 1977, ch. 232, § 2; P.L. 1997, ch. 30, art. 25, § 2; P.L. 2004, ch. 56, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 63, § 1; P.L. 2005, ch. 406, § 1; P.L. 2011, ch. 16, § 1; P.L. 2011, ch. 24, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-1 - Architects › Section 5-1-9. - Interstate practice.

§ 5-1-9. Interstate practice.
A nonresident licensed architect seeking to practice architecture in the state of Rhode Island shall, upon application, obtain a certificate of registration by submitting satisfactory evidence to the board that he or she is registered to practice architecture in another state, and that he or she has fulfilled the requirements for National Council of Architectural Registration Board’s certification. The board shall act upon the application for a certificate of registration within forty-five (45) days of submission of evidence that the applicant is registered in that manner.
History of Section.
P.L. 1977, ch. 232, § 2; P.L. 1997, ch. 30, art. 25, § 2; P.L. 2004, ch. 56, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 63, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-1 - Architects › Section 5-1-10. - Issuance and renewal of certificates.

§ 5-1-10. Issuance and renewal of certificates.
(a)
Upon payment of the fees required by § 5-1-11, an individual who has complied with § 5-1-8 or § 5-1-9 is entitled to a certificate of registration indicating that he or she is qualified to practice architecture in this state. Each certificate of registration shall contain the name of the individual to whom it was issued and his or her date of birth.
(b)
Every certificate of registration is valid for a period of two (2) years and expires on the last day of December of each odd-numbered year following its issuance. An architect may renew his or her certificate of registration by paying the renewal fee or fees required by § 5-1-11. An architect who fails to renew his or her certificate of registration prior to December 31 may not thereafter renew his or her certificate of registration except upon payment of the renewal fee or fees and the additional fee required by § 5-1-11. The board may require all applicants for renewal to provide the board with information, including, but not limited to, a brief outline setting forth the professional activities of any applicant during a period in which a certificate of registration has lapsed and other evidence of the continued competence and good character of the applicant, all as the board deems necessary.
(c)
[Deleted by P.L. 2015, ch. 82, § 2 and P.L. 2015, ch. 105, § 2].
History of Section.
P.L. 1977, ch. 232, § 2; P.L. 1997, ch. 30, art. 25, § 2; P.L. 1999, ch. 319, § 1; P.L. 2015, ch. 82, § 2; P.L. 2015, ch. 105, § 2.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-1 - Architects › Section 5-1-11. - Fees — Payment and disposition.

§ 5-1-11. Fees — Payment and disposition.
(a)
The fees paid by an applicant for filing an application for examination, for the examination; for reexamination; for registration pursuant to § 5-1-9; for annual renewal; or for renewal of an expired certificate; shall be sixty dollars ($60).
(b)
All fees or other monies collected under the provisions of this chapter shall be deposited as general revenues. The controller is authorized and directed to draw his or her orders upon the general treasurer for payment from the fund, upon receipt by the controller of vouchers authenticated by the chairperson or secretary of the board.
(c)
The fees paid by an applicant for a certificate of authorization pursuant to this section for annual renewal; for renewal of an expired certificate of authorization; or for issuance of a duplicate certificate of authorization; shall be sixty dollars ($60).
History of Section.
P.L. 1977, ch. 232, § 2; P.L. 1982, ch. 442, § 1; P.L. 1995, ch. 370, art. 40, § 4; P.L. 1997, ch. 30, art. 25, § 2; P.L. 2009, ch. 68, art. 12, § 12; P.L. 2015, ch. 82, § 2; P.L. 2015, ch. 105, § 2.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-1 - Architects › Section 5-1-12. - Architect’s stamp.

§ 5-1-12. Architect’s stamp.
(a)
Every architect shall obtain a stamp designated and approved by the board, and shall impress that stamp on drawings and specifications prepared by him or her or under his or her responsible control for use in this state. An architect who impresses his or her stamp, or knowingly permits it to be impressed on drawings or specifications that were not prepared by him or her or under his or her responsible control is guilty of a misdemeanor and is subject to the penalties provided in § 5-1-7(c). Any person who impresses an architect’s stamp, or knowingly permits it to be impressed on drawings and specifications after the architect’s certificate of registration has expired, or has been revoked, annulled, or suspended, is guilty of a misdemeanor and is subject to the penalties provided in § 5-1-7(c).
(b)
Upon forfeiture, revocation, suspension, annulment of his or her certificate of registration, or upon expiration of his or her certificate of registration without renewal, an architect shall surrender his or her stamp to the board.
History of Section.
P.L. 1977, ch. 232, § 2; P.L. 1997, ch. 30, art. 25, § 2; P.L. 2005, ch. 406, § 1; P.L. 2011, ch. 16, § 1; P.L. 2011, ch. 24, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-1 - Architects › Section 5-1-14. - Practices permitted.

§ 5-1-14. Practices permitted.
Nothing contained in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit practices normally permitted to employees, engineers, contractors, and others, including the following:
(1)
A draftsperson, student, superintendent, or other employee of a lawfully practicing registered architect acting under the instruction, responsible control, and supervision of his or her employer. This chapter does not prevent the employment of a superintendent of the construction, enlargement, or alteration of a building or part of a building who acts under the immediate responsible control of the registered architect by whom the plans and specifications of the building, enlargement, or alteration were prepared.
(2)
A registered professional engineer doing architectural work as may be incident to the practice of his or her engineering profession, not to exceed thirty-five thousand (35,000) cubic feet of enclosed space, provided all drawings for that construction are signed by the author of the drawing with his or her true appellation as a “registered professional engineer” without the use in any form of the title “architect.”
(3)
The construction or alteration of any single-family or two-family house or any minor accessory building to it by a person other than a registered architect.
(4)
The construction or alteration of any building used for farm purposes, as long as it is not for human habitation or occupancy, by a person other than a registered architect.
History of Section.
P.L. 1977, ch. 232, § 2; P.L. 1982, ch. 442, § 1; P.L. 1997, ch. 30, art. 25, § 2; P.L. 2005, ch. 406, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-1 - Architects › Section 5-1-15. - Severability.

§ 5-1-15. Severability.
The provisions of this chapter are severable, and if any section is declared invalid or void for any reason, the remainder of this chapter is not affected or impaired.
History of Section.
P.L. 1977, ch. 232, § 2.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-1 - Architects › Section 5-1-16. - Architects rendering assistance during disaster emergency — Immunity from civil liability.

§ 5-1-16. Architects rendering assistance during disaster emergency — Immunity from civil liability.
(a)
An architect or architectural firm, duly licensed to practice in Rhode Island under this chapter, who or that voluntarily and without compensation provides architectural services at the scene of a disaster emergency is not liable for any personal injury, wrongful death, property damage, or other loss or damages caused by an act or omission of the architect or architectural firm in performing the services.
(b)
As used in this section, “disaster emergency” means a disaster emergency declared by executive order or proclamation of the governor pursuant to chapter 15 of title 30.
(c)
The immunity provided in subsection (a) of this section applies only to the practice of architecture as defined in this chapter regarding an architectural service that:
(1)
Concerns any building, structure, or system, whether publicly or privately owned, that is identified pursuant to a disaster emergency executive order or proclamation;
(2)
Relates to the structural integrity of the entire building, structure, or system, or any portion of the structure or system, or to a nonstructural element of the structure or system, affecting public safety; and
(3)
Is rendered during the time in which a state of disaster emergency exists, as provided in chapter 15 of title 30.
(d)
The immunity granted by this section shall not apply to acts or omissions constituting gross negligence or willful misconduct.
(e)
In the event that the governor of Rhode Island declares a state disaster, all registered architects with a National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) certification will be allowed to practice for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of the declared disaster.
History of Section.
P.L. 2000, ch. 403, § 1; P.L. 2011, ch. 16, § 1; P.L. 2011, ch. 24, § 1.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-2 - Bowling Alleys, Billiard Tables, and Shooting Galleries › Section 5-2-1. - City and town regulation and taxation of bowling alleys and establishments with three (3) or more billiard tables.

§ 5-2-1. City and town regulation and taxation of bowling alleys and establishments with three (3) or more billiard tables.
The town and city councils of the several towns and cities may tax, regulate, and, if they find it expedient, prohibit and suppress, bowling alleys and establishments with three (3) or more billiard tables in their respective cities and towns, conforming to law.
History of Section.
G.L. 1896, ch. 40, § 16; G.L. 1909, ch. 50, § 16; G.L. 1923, ch. 51, § 16; G.L. 1938, ch. 333, § 16; G.L. 1956, § 5-2-1; P.L. 2022, ch. 231, art. 3, § 2, effective June 27, 2022.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-2 - Bowling Alleys, Billiard Tables, and Shooting Galleries › Section 5-2-2. - Refusal of bowling alley, box ball alley, or billiard table keeper to comply with order of the city or town council.

§ 5-2-2. Refusal of bowling alley, box ball alley, or billiard table keeper to comply with order of the city or town council.
The keeper of any bowling alley, box ball alley, or establishment with three (3) or more billiard tables who or that refuses or neglects to comply with an order or decree relating to it, which any city or town council is authorized to make, shall be fined fifty dollars ($50.00).
History of Section.
G.L. 1896, ch. 104, § 4; P.L. 1906, ch. 1323, § 1; G.L. 1909, ch. 125, § 2; G.L. 1923, ch. 130, § 2; G.L. 1938, ch. 363, § 2; G.L. 1956, § 5-2-2; P.L. 2022, ch. 231, art. 3, § 2, effective June 27, 2022.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-2 - Bowling Alleys, Billiard Tables, and Shooting Galleries › Section 5-2-3. - Keeper of bowling alley, box ball alley, or billiard table defined.

§ 5-2-3. Keeper of bowling alley, box ball alley, or billiard table defined.
The owner or occupant of the premises on which any bowling alley, box ball alley, or three (3) or more billiard tables are situated is deemed the keeper of that bowling alley, box ball alley, or (3) or more billiard tables, within the meaning of the provisions of this chapter.
History of Section.
G.L. 1896, ch. 104, § 5; P.L. 1906, ch. 1323, § 2; G.L. 1909, ch. 125, § 3; G.L. 1923, ch. 130, § 3; G.L. 1938, ch. 363, § 3; G.L. 1956, § 5-2-3; P.L. 2022, ch. 231, art. 3, § 2, effective June 27, 2022.
2023 Rhode Island General Laws › Title 5 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 5-2 - Bowling Alleys, Billiard Tables, and Shooting Galleries › Section 5-2-3.1. - Billiard table defined.

§ 5-2-3.1. Billiard table defined.
As used in this chapter, the term “billiard table” means and shall include billiard tables, pool tables, and pocket billiard tables.
History of Section.
P.L. 2022, ch. 231, art. 3, § 3, effective June 27, 2022.