§ 31-5.2-8. Waiver of rights prohibited.
Any agreement entered into by a consumer or lessee for the purchase or lease of a new motor vehicle which waives, limits, or disclaims the rights set forth in this chapter shall be void as contrary to public policy. These rights shall inure to a subsequent transferee of the motor vehicle.
History of Section.P.L. 1984, ch. 353, § 1; P.L. 1984, ch. 361, § 1; P.L. 1995, ch. 236, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 31 - Motor and Other Vehicles
Chapter 31-5.2 - Consumer Enforcement of Motor Vehicle Warranties
Section 31-5.2-1. - Definitions.
Section 31-5.2-2. - Manufacturers’ obligation to fulfill warranties.
Section 31-5.2-3. - Replacement of nonconforming vehicle.
Section 31-5.2-4. - Affirmative defenses.
Section 31-5.2-5. - Time allowed for correction of nonconformity.
Section 31-5.2-6. - Rights and remedies cumulative.
Section 31-5.2-7. - Informal dispute settlement procedures.
Section 31-5.2-7.1. - Procedure.
Section 31-5.2-8. - Waiver of rights prohibited.
Section 31-5.2-9. - Disclosure of nonconformity prior to resale.
Section 31-5.2-10. - Cause of action.
Section 31-5.2-11. - Attorney’s fees.
Section 31-5.2-12. - Commencement of action.