Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 31, Motor and Other Vehicles

R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 31) § 31-2-23: Denial of license or registrations for nonpayment of delinquent child support

What this law says, in plain English

The state may deny or refuse to renew motor vehicle registrations and driver's licenses for individuals with unpaid child support arrearages exceeding $500 until full payment or approved payment arrangement is made.

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