Rhode Island General Laws

R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-18-9 (2026)

Penalty for financial misrepresentations

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Any person violating the provisions of §§ 11-18-6 — 11-18-8 shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and, upon conviction, shall be punished for each offense by imprisonment not exceeding one year, or by a fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500), or both.

Notes of Decisions

Cited in 1 case, 1996–1996 · leading case: Matter of DiPippo, 678 A.2d 454 (R.I. 1996).

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Matter of DiPippo, 678 A.2d 454 (R.I. 1996). “” Such conduct is punishable as a misdemeanor under the provisions of § 11-18-9. 2 Accordingly, the conclusion of the board that respondent violated the provisions of Rule 8.”

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