The bill proposes an amendment to Section 34-7-4 of the General Laws in Chapter 34-7, which is entitled "By Possession and Prescription." The amendment specifically denies the right of footway by prescription or adverse use, with the exception of areas within one hundred (100) yards of the Pawtuxet River in the cities of Warwick and Cranston, or when claimed in connection with the right to pass with carriages. This means that individuals cannot claim a legal right to pass on foot through private property due to long-term use, except in the specified areas near the Pawtuxet River or when it involves passage with carriages.

The bill indicates that the new legal language inserted into the current law specifies the geographical exception along the Pawtuxet River and clarifies the conditions under which the right of footway cannot be acquired. There are no deletions mentioned in the bill. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage, meaning that the changes to the law would become effective as soon as the bill is enacted.

Statutes affected:
7455: 34-7-4