Rhode Island 2026 Regular Session

Rhode Island Senate Bill S2150

Introduced
1/16/26  

Caption

Requires that notice of a judgment lien be sent within ten (10) business days of the recording of the lien.

Impact

The introduction of this bill represents a significant shift in how judgment liens are processed and communicated, impacting areas of civil procedure within state law. By establishing a formal notice period, it aims to protect property owners’ rights and promote fairness in the enforcement of judgments. Although failure to comply with the notice requirement will not invalidate the lien itself, it does introduce the possibility of tolling enforcement deadlines until the requisite notice is duly given. This could create a more balanced approach in property disputes, as it allows property owners time to prepare a defense or address the lien before further legal actions are initiated.

Summary

Bill S2150 aims to amend the procedures surrounding judgment liens by mandating that a notice be sent to the property owner within ten business days following the recording of a judgment lien. This requirement is intended to ensure property owners are promptly informed of any liens placed against their property, enhancing transparency and providing them with the opportunity to respond or contest the lien. The bill emphasizes the need for the notice to include essential details such as the creditor’s information, the amount of the judgment, a description of the affected property, and instructions on how to address the lien. This structured approach is designed to foster clearer communication between creditors and property owners regarding legal claims on real estate.

Contention

While the bill appears generally supportive of property owner rights, there may be concerns from creditors about potential delays in lien enforcement. Creditors might argue that the mandated notice period could hinder their ability to promptly pursue claims, thereby complicating the collection process. Additionally, questions could arise regarding the administrative burden placed on the courts to maintain records of lien filings and ensure compliance with the notice requirement. As such, the discussions surrounding S2150 may reflect a tension between protecting individual property rights and the operational needs of creditors within the legal system.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H5683

Increases the minimum required awarded to minority business enterprises from 15% to 20% and of that, requires a minimum of 10% be awarded to minority owned businesses and a minimum of 10% be awarded to women owned businesses.

RI S0139

Changes the community service requirements of a sentence related to the violation of § 11-44-21.1 relating to defacing private residences, offices, businesses or commercial property.

RI S0752

Creates RI opportunity for employee ownership, worker gets notice within seven days of sale of business.

RI H5940

Creates RI opportunity for employee ownership, worker gets notice within seven days of sale of business.

RI S0507

Requires associations to provide unit owners within thirty (30) days notice of any increase in the deductible application to the association’s policy.

RI S0213

Amends notice requirements for self-storage facility before perfecting lien, to wit; 7 consecutive days of publication on a publicly accessible website or subsequent written notice to lessee, or publication once time in newspaper of general circulation.

RI H5585

Requires associations to provide unit owners within thirty (30) days notice of any increase in the deductible application to the association’s policy.

RI H5364

Amends notice requirements for self-storage facility before perfecting lien, to wit; 7 consecutive days of publication on a publicly accessible website or subsequent written notice to lessee, or publication once time in newspaper of general circulation.

RI S0906

Allows for a tenant to withhold payment of rent, and deposit the rent accruing into an escrow bearing account, upon the issuance of a second notice of violation by an enforcing officer for any state or local minimum housing code enforcement agency.

RI H5921

Allows for a tenant to withhold payment of rent, and deposit the rent accruing into an escrow bearing account, upon the issuance of a second notice of violation by an enforcing officer for any state or local minimum housing code enforcement agency.

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TX HB5009

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AZ HB2244

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AR HB1959

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CA AB1521

Committee on Judiciary: judiciary omnibus.