Rhode Island General Laws 34-21-8. Judgment for defendant
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If, upon trial of the writ of replevin, judgment is rendered for a return and restoration, the defendant shall recover his or her reasonable damages with costs of suit.
History of Section.
G.L. 1896, ch. 272, § 6; G.L. 1909, ch. 336, § 6; G.L. 1923, ch. 387, § 6; G.L. 1938, ch. 589, § 6; G.L. 1956, § 34-21-8.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 34-21-8
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
- Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.