Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 38-2 - Access to Public Records
Section 38-2-10. - Burden of proof.

§ 38-2-10. Burden of proof.
In all actions brought under this chapter, the burden shall be on the public body to demonstrate that the record in dispute can be properly withheld from public inspection under the terms of this chapter.
History of Section.P.L. 1979, ch. 202, § 1.

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Rhode Island General Laws

Title 38 - Public Records

Chapter 38-2 - Access to Public Records

Section 38-2-1. - Purpose.

Section 38-2-2. - Definitions.

Section 38-2-3. - Right to inspect and copy records — Duty to maintain minutes of meetings — Procedures for access.

Section 38-2-3.1. - Records required.

Section 38-2-3.2. - Arrest logs.

Section 38-2-3.16. - Compliance by agencies and public bodies.

Section 38-2-4. - Cost.

Section 38-2-5. - Effect of chapter on broader agency publication — Existing rights — Judicial records and proceedings.

Section 38-2-6. - Repealed.

Section 38-2-7. - Denial of access.

Section 38-2-8. - Administrative appeals.

Section 38-2-9. - Jurisdiction of superior court.

Section 38-2-10. - Burden of proof.

Section 38-2-11. - Right supplemental.

Section 38-2-12. - Severability.

Section 38-2-13. - Records access continuing.

Section 38-2-14. - Information relating to settlement of legal claims.

Section 38-2-15. - Reported violations.

Section 38-2-16. - 38 Studios, LLC investigation.