§ 31-3.2-11. Liability for negligence.
Negligence in the use of operation of a recreational vehicle shall be attributable to the owner. Every owner of a recreational vehicle used or operated in this state shall be liable and responsible for injury or death or damage to property resulting from negligence in the use or operation of such vehicle by any person using or operating the same with the permission, express or implied, of such owner; provided, however, that such operator’s negligence shall not be attributed to the owner as to any claim or cause of action accruing to the operator or his legal representative for such injuries or death.
History of Section.P.L. 2008, ch. 127, § 2; P.L. 2008, ch. 179, § 2.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 31 - Motor and Other Vehicles
Chapter 31-3.2 - Snowmobiles and Recreational Vehicles
Section 31-3.2-1. - Definitions.
Section 31-3.2-2. - Registration.
Section 31-3.2-3. - Disposition of fees.
Section 31-3.2-4. - Transfer or termination of ownership.
Section 31-3.2-4.1. - Operation of snowmobile or recreational vehicle without permission — Penalty.
Section 31-3.2-5. - Licensing by political subdivisions.
Section 31-3.2-6. - Rules and regulations.
Section 31-3.2-7. - Operation.
Section 31-3.2-7.1. - Operation prohibited within valley marshes.
Section 31-3.2-9. - Crossing of highways by youthful operators — Prohibitions.