§ 34-19-7. Recovery of costs by defendant.
If the jury’s verdict is that the complaint is not supported, or if the jury cannot agree upon a verdict, the defendant shall recover his or her costs of the proceeding, to be taxed by the court, who shall award to him or her, in common form, execution therefor.
History of Section.P.L. 1908, ch. 1533, § 7; G.L. 1909, ch. 340, § 7; G.L. 1923, ch. 391, § 7; G.L. 1938, ch. 591, § 7; G.L. 1956, § 34-19-7.
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.