§ 15-3.1-9. Dissolution of civil unions.
The family court, as established by Rhode Island general laws § 8-10-3, shall have jurisdiction over all proceedings regarding dissolution of civil unions. In all relevant respects, the dissolution of civil unions shall follow the procedures and be subject to the substantive rights and obligations outlined in chapter 15-5.
History of Section.P.L. 2011, ch. 198, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Section 15-3.1-1. - Definitions.
Section 15-3.1-2. - Eligibility.
Section 15-3.1-5. - Conscience and religious organizations protected.
Section 15-3.1-6. - Benefits, protections, and responsibilities.
Section 15-3.1-7. - References and inclusions.
Section 15-3.1-8. - Reciprocity.
Section 15-3.1-9. - Dissolution of civil unions.
Section 15-3.1-10. - Requirement of department of health — Civil unions.
Section 15-3.1-11. - Severability.
Section 15-3.1-12. - Merger of civil union into marriage by action of the parties.