(a)  If recognition of a foreign-country judgment is sought as an original matter, the issue of recognition shall be raised by filing an action seeking recognition of the foreign-country judgment.

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Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 9-34-6

  • Counterclaim: A claim that a defendant makes against a plaintiff.
  • Foreign-country judgment: means a judgment of a court of a foreign country. See Rhode Island General Laws 9-34-2

(b)  If recognition of a foreign-country judgment is sought in a pending action, the issue of recognition may be raised by counterclaim, cross-claim, or affirmative defense.

History of Section.
P.L. 2021, ch. 134, § 1, effective July 3, 2021; P.L. 2021, ch. 156, § 1, effective July 3, 2021.