§ 16-64-3. Burden of proof.
In any proceeding where it is alleged that a child’s residence has been changed due to illness of a parent, the break-up of the child’s family, abandonment of the child by his or her parents, death of the child’s parents, or emancipation of the child, the party alleging the existence of these circumstances shall have the burden of proof and shall make proof by a preponderance of the evidence.
History of Section.P.L. 1982, ch. 367, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 16-64 - Residence of Children for School Purposes
Section 16-64-1. - Residency of children for school purposes.
Section 16-64-2. - Retention of residence.
Section 16-64-3. - Burden of proof.
Section 16-64-4. - Effect of guardianship.
Section 16-64-5. - Children under care and control of state agency.
Section 16-64-6. - Disputes over residency — Determination proceedings.
Section 16-64-7. - Pupil records — Transfer and access.