R.I. Gen. Laws § 6-42-4

Current through 2024 Public Law 457

Section 6-42-4 - Defenses to action

It shall be a defense to any action commenced by the holder of a dishonored check or other instrument under § 6-42-3 that:

(1) The dishonor of the check or other instrument was due to a justifiable stop payment order or to the attachment of the account; or

(2) Within thirty (30) days from the mailing of the notice of dishonor, the maker or drawer has paid to the holder the full amount of the check or other instrument.

R.I. Gen. Laws § 6-42-4

P.L. 1988, ch. 93, § 1.