Rhode Island Code of Regulations
Title 280 - Department of Revenue
Chapter 30 - Division of Motor Vehicles
Subchapter 10 - Registration
Part 2 - Rules and Regulations Relative to Compulsory Insurance or Financial Responsibility
Section 280-RICR-30-10-2.2 - Purpose
Universal Citation: 280 RI Code of Rules 30 10 2.2
Current through September 18, 2024
A. The purpose of these Rules and Regulations is to provide effective administration and enforcement of the provisions of R.I. Gen. Laws Chapter 31-47 regarding the compulsory nature of financial responsibility when owning or operating motor vehicles and holding driving privilege in this state.
B. These Rules and Regulations are promulgated to protect the interests of the public when driving upon the roadways of the state of Rhode Island. Any violation of these provisions may result in:
1. Suspension
of a driver's license;
2.
Suspension of motor vehicle registration and license plates;
3. A fine of $500 for the first and second
offenses;
4. A fine of $1,000 for
the third and subsequent offenses;
5. A possible year's imprisonment (for
violation occurring a third and subsequent time).
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