§ 34-19-3. Service on defendant — Proceeding on nonappearance.
The summons shall be served upon the party complained against, or a copy thereof left at his or her usual place of abode, six (6) days, exclusive, before the day appointed by the justice for the trial; and if, after the service of the summons, the party shall not appear to defend, the court shall proceed to the inquiry in the same manner as if he or she were present.
History of Section.P.L. 1908, ch. 1533, § 3; G.L. 1909, ch. 340, § 3; G.L. 1923, ch. 391, § 3; G.L. 1938, ch. 591, § 3; G.L. 1956, § 34-19-3.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 34-19 - Forcible Entry and Detainer
Section 34-19-1. - Warrant for summons of jury.
Section 34-19-2. - Issuance of summons to defendant.
Section 34-19-3. - Service on defendant — Proceeding on nonappearance.
Section 34-19-4. - Impaneling and oath of jurors.
Section 34-19-5. - Return of verdict.
Section 34-19-6. - Judgment and writ of restitution.
Section 34-19-7. - Recovery of costs by defendant.
Section 34-19-8. - Appeal not allowed — New trial — Judgment not bar to further action.
Section 34-19-9. - Certiorari to supreme court.