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Rhode Island General Laws Title 23. Health and Safety § 23-4-12. Compensation for recovery of body from water

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

When services are rendered in bringing to land the dead body of a person found in any of the harbors, rivers, or waters of the state, compensation for services as he or she deemed reasonable may be allowed; but this privilege shall not entitle any person to compensation for services rendered in search for a dead body.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Rhode Island General Laws Title 23. Health and Safety § 23-4-12. Compensation for recovery of body from water - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ri/title-23-health-and-safety/ri-gen-laws-sect-23-4-12/

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