Rhode Island General Laws 46-4-4. Penalties for violation of town ordinances
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The town councils of the towns of Barrington, Little Compton, and Warren may impose penalties for the violation of ordinances and regulations, not exceeding in amount twenty dollars ($20.00) or imprisonment not exceeding ten (10) days in some jail or house of correction, for any one offense, the fines to be recovered to the use of the towns; provided, however, the penalties are not repugnant to the laws of this state or of the United States.
History of Section.
R.P.L. 1957, ch. 139, § 2.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 46-4-4
- town: may be construed to include city; the words "town council" include city council; the words "town clerk" include city clerk; the words "ward clerk" include clerk of election district; the words "town treasurer" include city treasurer; and the words "town sergeant" include city sergeant. See Rhode Island General Laws 43-3-9
- United States: include the several states and the territories of the United States. See Rhode Island General Laws 43-3-8