Rhode Island General Laws 8-8-31. Frivolous appeals
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Whenever it appears to the court that proceedings before it have been instituted by the taxpayer solely for delay and that the taxpayer’s complaint is frivolous and groundless, damages in an amount not in excess of five thousand dollars ($5,000) plus costs may be assessed against the taxpayer by the court.
History of Section.
P.L. 1984, ch. 183, § 1.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 8-8-31
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.