As used in this chapter: (1) “Court” means the superior court. (2) “Foreign country” means a government other than: (i) The United States; (ii) A state, district, commonwealth, territory, or insular possession of the United States; or (iii) Any other government with regard to which the decision in this state as to whether to recognize a judgment of that government’s courts is initially subject to determination under the Full Faith and Credit Clause of the United States Constitution. (3) “Foreign-country judgment” means a judgment of a court of a foreign country.
‹ Prev All Rhode Island sections Next ›
Lexace provides legal information, not legal advice, and no attorney–client relationship is created. Statute text is provided for general information and may not reflect the most recent amendments; verify against the official state code.