Rhode Island § 42-61.1-5 § 42-61.1-5. Simulation of checks and invoices.

Rhode Island Statutes

§ 42-61.1-5 — § 42-61.1-5. Simulation of checks and invoices.

Rhode Island § 42-61.1-5

Title 42State Affairs and Government

Ch. 42-61.1Prizes and Gift Act

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R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-61.1-5 (2026).

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§ 42-61.1-5. Simulation of checks and invoices.
In connection with a consumer transaction, no person shall issue any writing that
            simulates or resembles:
         
(1) A check, unless the writing clearly and conspicuously discloses its true value and
            purpose, and the writing would not mislead a reasonable person; or
         
(2) An invoice, unless the intended recipient of the invoice actually contracted for goods,
            property, or services for which the issuer seeks proper payment.
         

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§ 42-61.1-5. Simulation of checks and invoices.

In connection with a consumer transaction, no person shall issue any writing that simulates or resembles:

(1) A check, unless the writing clearly and conspicuously discloses its true value and purpose, and the writing would not mislead a reasonable person; or

(2) An invoice, unless the intended recipient of the invoice actually contracted for goods, property, or services for which the issuer seeks proper payment.