Rhode Island General Laws > Chapter 17-29 – Voter Choice Act
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| § 17-29-2 | Legislative declaration |
| § 17-29-3 | Voter choice study commission – Established – Definitions |
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws > Chapter 17-29 - Voter Choice Act
- 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.
- town: may be construed to include city; the words "town council" include city council; the words "town clerk" include city clerk; the words "ward clerk" include clerk of election district; the words "town treasurer" include city treasurer; and the words "town sergeant" include city sergeant. See Rhode Island General Laws 43-3-9
- Uphold: The decision of an appellate court not to reverse a lower court decision.