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Rhode Island General Laws Title 23. Health and Safety § 23-9-23. Action for recovery of expenses

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

If any owner, freighter, mariner, or passenger shall refuse to pay those wages and charges settled, adjusted, and fixed pursuant to § 23-9-22, then the city or town shall sue for and recover those wages and charges, and the court where the action is brought and maintained shall tax double costs for the plaintiff.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Rhode Island General Laws Title 23. Health and Safety § 23-9-23. Action for recovery of expenses - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ri/title-23-health-and-safety/ri-gen-laws-sect-23-9-23/

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