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§ 9-1-12 - When action is commenced for purposes of statute of limitations.

SECTION 9-1-12

   § 9-1-12  When action is commenced forpurposes of statute of limitations. – An action is commenced for purposes of the statute of limitations when thecomplaint is either filed with the court, deposited in the mail addressed tothe clerk, or delivered to an officer for service.