§ 31-23.2-2. Definitions.
As used in this title:
(1) “Motor vehicle” means any vehicle driven or drawn by mechanical power for use on the public streets, roads, and highways;
(2) “Odometer” means an instrument for measuring and recording the actual distance a motor vehicle travels while in operation;
(3) “Person” means any individual, sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, or business trust including, but not limited to, private individuals and motor vehicle dealers, both wholesale and retail, whether the private individual or dealer is a dealer in the ordinary course of business or not;
(4) “Repair and replacement” means to restore to a sound working condition by replacing the instrument or any part thereof or by correcting what is inoperative;
(5) “Transfer” means to acquire ownership by purchase, gift, bequest, or any other means.
History of Section.P.L. 1972, ch. 14, § 1; P.L. 1985, ch. 392, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 31 - Motor and Other Vehicles
Chapter 31-23.2 - Tampering with Odometers
Section 31-23.2-1. - Declaration of findings and purpose.
Section 31-23.2-2. - Definitions.
Section 31-23.2-3. - Unlawful devices.
Section 31-23.2-4. - Unlawful activity.
Section 31-23.2-5. - Maintenance.
Section 31-23.2-6. - Transfer of vehicle.
Section 31-23.2-8. - Cause of action — Statute of limitations — Damages.
Section 31-23.2-9. - Other laws unaffected.
Section 31-23.2-10. - Division of motor vehicles — Odometer inspection.
Section 31-23.2-11. - Violation constituting deceptive trade practice.