Rhode Island General Laws 34-19-7. Recovery of costs by defendant
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If the jury’s verdict is that the complaint is not supported, or if the jury cannot agree upon a verdict, the defendant shall recover his or her costs of the proceeding, to be taxed by the court, who shall award to him or her, in common form, execution therefor.
History of Section.
P.L. 1908, ch. 1533, § 7; G.L. 1909, ch. 340, § 7; G.L. 1923, ch. 391, § 7; G.L. 1938, ch. 591, § 7; G.L. 1956, § 34-19-7.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 34-19-7
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Verdict: The decision of a petit jury or a judge.