HB 7642·RI·house
AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- DISTRICT COURT PRACTICE
Signed into LawFiled Feb 11, 2026
Sponsor: Susan Donovan (D)
Latest Action
06/26/2026 Effective without Governor's signature
Jun 26, 2026
Summary
The bill changes how parties can appeal civil cases from district court to superior court, specifying short filing windows and fixed costs. It applies to all civil matters and separately to landlord‑tenant disputes, requiring a $75 filing fee, at least $25 in costs, and a $50 attorney fee to be paid to the opposing side’s lawyer.
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