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Rhode Island Domestic violence early termination

Last reviewed 2026-10-23

Domestic violence early termination in Rhode Island

No state statute giving domestic abuse victims an early lease termination right was found in the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (R.I. Gen. Laws ch. 34-18). Separately, § 34-37-4 bars housing discrimination against victims of domestic abuse.

Verified Source: R.I. Gen. Laws ch. 34-18; § 34-37-4 · last checked 2026-10-23

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