§ 20-15-7. Deer colliding with vehicles.
The owner of any vehicle that has been substantially damaged by collision with a deer shall, within twenty-four (24) hours after the collision, report the accident to a conservation officer. The officer shall investigate, and if he or she finds the damage has been done as alleged, the officer shall give a certificate to the person entitling the person to ownership of the deer carcass to be possessed and consumed only with the immediate family of the owner of the vehicle.
History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 197, § 3.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Section 20-15-1. - Deer hunting prohibited except as provided.
Section 20-15-2. - Deer permits.
Section 20-15-3. - Permit to landowner to protect property.
Section 20-15-4. - Equipment used by archers.
Section 20-15-5. - Possession of unlawful weapons while hunting.
Section 20-15-6. - Prohibition of hunting by local authorities.
Section 20-15-7. - Deer colliding with vehicles.