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

R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 31) § 31-3-2: Vehicles subject to registration

What this law says, in plain English

Motor vehicles owned by state residents must register if operated on highways for 30+ days, with exceptions for manufacturers, dealers, vehicles crossing highways, farm equipment, trolley vehicles, and low-speed vehicles.

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