Rhode Island General Laws 33-16-32. Applicability of general laws of guardian and ward
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Except where inconsistent with this chapter, laws of this state relating to guardian, ward, and the judicial practice relating thereto, including the right to trial by jury and the right of appeal, shall be applicable to beneficiaries and their estates.
History of Section.
P.L. 1946, ch. 1711, § 22; G.L. 1956, § 33-16-32.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 33-16-32
- Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
- Ward: means a beneficiary of the veterans administration. See Rhode Island General Laws 33-16-2