Rhode Island General Laws 15-1-7. Marriage codification
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Marriage is the legally recognized union of two (2) people. Terms relating to the marital relationship or familial relationships shall be construed consistently with this section for all purposes throughout the law, whether in the context of statute, administrative or court rule, policy, common law, or any other source of civil law.
History of Section.
P.L. 2013, ch. 4, § 2; P.L. 2013, ch. 5, § 2.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 15-1-7
- Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
- Statute: A law passed by a legislature.