§ 42-127.1-3. Scope.
(a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b), this chapter applies to electronic records and electronic signatures relating to a transaction.
(b) This chapter does not apply to a transaction to the extent it is governed by:
(1) A law governing the creation and execution of wills, codicils, or testamentary trusts; or
(2) Title 6A other than §§ 6A-1-107 and 6A-1-206, chapter 2 of title 6A, and chapter 2.1 of title 6A;
(c) This chapter applies to an electronic record or electronic signature otherwise excluded from the application of this chapter under subsection (b) to the extent it is governed by a law other than those specified in subsection (b).
(d) A transaction subject to this chapter is also subject to other applicable substantive law.
History of Section.P.L. 2000, ch. 175, § 2; P.L. 2000, ch. 259, § 2.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 42 - State Affairs and Government
Chapter 42-127.1 - Uniform Electronic Transactions Act
Section 42-127.1-1. - Short title.
Section 42-127.1-2. - Definitions.
Section 42-127.1-4. - Prospective application.
Section 42-127.1-5. - Use of electronic records and electronic signatures — Variations by agreement.
Section 42-127.1-6. - Construction and application.
Section 42-127.1-8. - Provision of information in writing — Presentation of records.
Section 42-127.1-9. - Attribution and effect of electronic record and electronic signature.
Section 42-127.1-10. - Effect of change or error.
Section 42-127.1-11. - Notarization and acknowledgement.
Section 42-127.1-12. - Retention of electronic records — Originals.
Section 42-127.1-13. - Admissibility in evidence.
Section 42-127.1-14. - Automated transaction.
Section 42-127.1-15. - Time and place of sending and receipt.
Section 42-127.1-16. - Transferable records.
Section 42-127.1-18. - Acceptance and distribution of electronic records by governmental agencies.