Rhode Island General Laws 27-16-8. Time allowed before default judgment
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No plaintiff or complainant shall be entitled to a judgment by default, a judgment with leave to prove damages, or a judgment pro confesso under § 27-16-6 and § 27-16-7 until the expiration of thirty (30) days from the date of the filing of the affidavit of compliance.
History of Section.
P.L. 1956, ch. 3725, § 2; G.L. 1956, § 27-16-8.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 27-16-8
- Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.