216 R.I. Code R. 216-RICR-10-10-1.16

Current through December 26, 2024

Section 216-RICR-10-10-1.16 - Death Registration

A. A death certificate for each death which occurs in Rhode Island shall be filed within seven (7) calendar days after such death and prior to removal of a dead body from Rhode Island.

B. Death certificates shall be filed with the local registrar of the city or town:

1. In which death occurred; or

2. In which a dead body is found, if the place of death is unknown; or

3. In which a dead body was first removed from a moving conveyance, if death occurs in such conveyance.

216 R.I. Code R. 216-RICR-10-10-1.16

Amended effective 3/31/2021