(a)  If a provider imposes a fee or other charge or receives money or other payments not authorized by § 19-14.8-23 or § 19-14.8-24, the individual may void the agreement and recover as provided in § 19-14.8-35.

Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 19-14.8-25

  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
  • Restitution: The court-ordered payment of money by the defendant to the victim for damages caused by the criminal action.

(b)  If a provider is not registered as required by this chapter when an individual assents to an agreement, the agreement is voidable by the individual.

(c)  If an individual voids an agreement under subsection (b), the provider does not have a claim against the individual for breach of contract or for restitution.

History of Section.
P.L. 2006, ch. 243, § 3; P.L. 2006, ch. 291, § 3.