§ 15-23.1-303. Application of law of this state.
Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, a responding tribunal of this state shall:
(1) Apply the procedural and substantive law generally applicable to similar proceedings originating in this state and may exercise all powers and provide all remedies available in those proceedings; and
(2) Determine the duty of support and the amount payable in accordance with the law and support guidelines of this state.
History of Section.P.L. 1997, ch. 170, § 15; P.L. 2006, ch. 69, § 2; P.L. 2006, ch. 76, § 2.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 15-23.1 - Uniform Interstate Family Support Act
Article 3 - Civil Provisions of General Application
Section 15-23.1-301. - Proceedings under this chapter.
Section 15-23.1-302. - Proceeding by minor parent.
Section 15-23.1-303. - Application of law of this state.
Section 15-23.1-304. - Duties of initiating tribunal.
Section 15-23.1-305. - Duties and powers of responding tribunal.
Section 15-23.1-306. - Inappropriate tribunal.
Section 15-23.1-307. - Duties of support enforcement agency.
Section 15-23.1-308. - Duty of attorney general.
Section 15-23.1-309. - Private counsel.
Section 15-23.1-310. - Duties of state information agency.
Section 15-23.1-311. - Pleadings and accompanying documents.
Section 15-23.1-312. - Nondisclosure of information in exceptional circumstances.
Section 15-23.1-313. - Costs and fees.
Section 15-23.1-314. - Limited immunity of petitioner.
Section 15-23.1-315. - Non-parentage as defense.
Section 15-23.1-316. - Special rules of evidence and procedure.
Section 15-23.1-317. - Communications between tribunals.
Section 15-23.1-318. - Assistance with discovery.
Section 15-23.1-319. - Receipt and disbursement of payments.