Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 31, Motor and Other Vehicles
R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 31) § 31-10-8: Special armed forces operator’s license
What this law says, in plain English
The Division of Motor Vehicles may issue a free special operator's license to active-duty armed forces members who were Rhode Island residents with valid licenses when they enlisted. The license remains valid during service plus 30 days after.
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