Rhode Island § 11-16-3 § 11-16-3. Wrapping of food in second-hand paper.

Rhode Island Statutes

§ 11-16-3 — § 11-16-3. Wrapping of food in second-hand paper.

Rhode Island § 11-16-3

Title 11Criminal Offenses

Ch. 11-16Food and Beverages

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R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-16-3 (2026).

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§ 11-16-3. Wrapping of food in second-hand paper.
No dealer in groceries, meats, provisions, or any articles of food whatsoever shall
            use or cause to be used newspapers, printed paper or other second-hand paper for the
            purpose of wrapping up such articles of food, unless the food shall first be placed
            in paper carton boxes, jars, tins, or other sanitary receptacles. Any person who violates
            the provisions of this section shall be fined not exceeding twenty dollars ($20.00)
            for each offense.
         

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§ 11-16-3. Wrapping of food in second-hand paper.

No dealer in groceries, meats, provisions, or any articles of food whatsoever shall use or cause to be used newspapers, printed paper or other second-hand paper for the purpose of wrapping up such articles of food, unless the food shall first be placed in paper carton boxes, jars, tins, or other sanitary receptacles. Any person who violates the provisions of this section shall be fined not exceeding twenty dollars ($20.00) for each offense.