Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 11, Criminal Offenses
R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 11) § 11-18-30: Prearranged funerals — Receipt of money with intent to defraud
What this law says, in plain English
Funeral directors and licensed employees who receive contract payments with intent to defraud customers face up to one year imprisonment or a $1,000 fine. Failure to place funds in segregated escrow accounts is evidence of fraud intent.
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