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RI S2305
RI S2305Removes the five (5) year waiting period for filing a motion to seal an eviction court file. It also deletes the numerical limitation on filing seal requests.
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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would remove the five (5) year waiting period for filing a motion to seal an eviction court file. It would also delete the numerical limitation on filing seal requests with the court. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend Rhode Island's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act by removing a five-year waiting period that currently prevents individuals from filing a motion to seal their eviction court file. It also eliminates a restriction that limited individuals to only one request to seal their record every five years. Sealing a court file means that the records of the eviction case would be hidden from public view. The bill aims to make it easier and quicker for people to have their eviction records sealed, provided they meet certain conditions, such as having a judgment satisfied or the case being dismissed.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary (on 01/23/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2305.pdf |
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