Rhode Island Statutes

§ 20-15-7 — § 20-15-7. Wildlife colliding with vehicles.

Rhode Island·Title 20 Fish and Wildlife·Ch. 20-15 Deer Hunting

§ 20-15-7. Wildlife colliding with vehicles.

The owner of any vehicle that has been substantially damaged by collision with wildlife shall, within twenty-four (24) hours after the collision, report the accident to the department of environmental management. The department shall promulgate rules and regulations governing possession and use of the animal carcass. The driver of any vehicle involved in a collision with a deer shall have the right of first refusal to possess and use the deer carcass.

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Legislative History

P.L. 1981, ch. 197, § 3; P.L. 2024, ch. 170, § 1, effective June 17, 2024; P.L. 2024, ch. 171, § 1, effective June 17, 2024.

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