§ 6-42-4 - Defenses to action. - Rhode Island Statutes

SECTION 6-42-4

   § 6-42-4  Defenses to action. – It shall be a defense to any action commenced by the holder of a dishonoredcheck or other instrument under § 6-42-3 that:

   (1) The dishonor of the check or other instrument was due toa justifiable stop payment order or to the attachment of the account; or

   (2) Within thirty (30) days from the mailing of the notice ofdishonor, the maker or drawer has paid to the holder the full amount of thecheck or other instrument.