§ 3-14-2. Purposes.
(a) Primary legislative purpose. The primary legislative purpose of this chapter is to prevent intoxication-related injuries, deaths and other damages among Rhode Island’s population.
(b) Secondary purposes. The secondary legislative purposes are:
(1) To establish a legal basis for obtaining compensation for those suffering damages as a result of intoxication related incidents in accordance with this chapter;
(2) To allocate the liability for payment of damages fairly among those responsible for the damages, which will encourage liquor liability insurance availability; and
(3) To encourage all servers of alcohol to exercise responsible serving practices.
History of Section.P.L. 1986, ch. 537, § 2.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 3-14 - Rhode Island Liquor Liability Act
Section 3-14-1. - Short title.
Section 3-14-3. - Definitions.
Section 3-14-6. - Liability for negligent service of liquor.
Section 3-14-7. - Liability for reckless service of liquor.
Section 3-14-9. - Common law claims and defenses.
Section 3-14-10. - Settlement — Release — Contributions — Indemnity.
Section 3-14-11. - Statute of limitations.
Section 3-14-12. - Evidence of responsible serving practices.