Rhode Island General Laws 4-3-1. Definitions
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For the purpose of § 4-3-1 — § 4-3-11 the following words shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section:
(1) “Director” means the director of environmental management or the director’s authorized agent.
(2) “Garbage” means putrescible animal and vegetable wastes resulting from the handling, preparation, cooking and consumption of foods including animal carcasses or parts,
(3) “Person” means the state, any municipality, political subdivision, institution, public or private corporation, individual, partnership, or other entity.
History of Section.
P.L. 1954, ch. 3355, § 1; G.L. 1956, § 4-3-1; P.L. 1987, ch. 78, § 13.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 4-3-1
- Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
- Partnership: A voluntary contract between two or more persons to pool some or all of their assets into a business, with the agreement that there will be a proportional sharing of profits and losses.