R.I. Gen. Laws ch. 45-24.2 § 45-24.2-9
Severability
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If any provision of this chapter or the application of this chapter to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of the chapter or the application of the provision to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected.
Rhode Island General Laws § 45-24.2-9 is a severability clause, meaning that if any single part of Chapter 45-24.2 is found legally invalid or unenforceable by a court, the rest of the chapter continues to operate as if the invalid portion were never there. The invalidity of one provision does not spread to or nullify the remaining provisions. This is a standard legislative safeguard designed to preserve as much of the law as possible when any portion is successfully challenged.
Plain English — not legal advice.
For property owners and managers subject to Chapter 45-24.2, § 45-24.2-9 provides structural assurance that a successful legal challenge to one part of the chapter does not automatically void the obligations or protections found in other parts. Compliant operators generally continue to follow all remaining provisions of the chapter even if a specific section is struck down. Staying informed about any court rulings affecting Chapter 45-24.2 helps operators understand which specific requirements remain in effect.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 45-24.2-9 means that tenants' rights and protections established elsewhere in Chapter 45-24.2 are not automatically eliminated if one portion of the chapter is ruled invalid. If a landlord argues that a court ruling on one provision affects the entire chapter, this severability clause generally supports the continued enforceability of the remaining provisions. Tenants who have questions about how a specific court ruling may affect their rights under Chapter 45-24.2 may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with Rhode Island housing law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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