Rhode Island General Laws 6A-1-206. Presumptions
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Whenever title 6A creates a “presumption” with respect to a fact, or provides that a fact is “presumed,” the trier of fact must find the existence of the fact unless and until evidence is introduced that supports a finding of its nonexistence.
History of Section.
P.L. 1960, ch. 147, § 1; P.L. 1999, ch. 131, § 3; P.L. 2000, ch. 182, § 7; P.L. 2000, ch. 420, § 7; P.L. 2007, ch. 19, § 2; P.L. 2007, ch. 34, § 2.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 6A-1-206
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.