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Home Personal & Family Documents Bill of Sale Rhode Island

Free Rhode Island Bill of Sale Template

Use our Rhode Island Bill of Sale to record the sale of any item and protect both buyer and seller.

Updated May 11, 2022

A Rhode Island bill of sale is a legal document used to transfer ownership of a valuable item from one person to another, based on the specific state laws of Rhode Island (RI). The item can be any kind of personal property that is bought or exchanged for money, or traded for another item of value.

On a bill of sale document, the person receiving the item is referred to as the buyer, and the person giving up the item is referred to as the seller.

Much like a retail receipt, a bill of sale proves that a transaction took place, and documents the legal transfer of ownership. You should use a bill of sale in Rhode Island if you’re buying or selling a car (or any type of vehicle), a boat, a gun/firearm, a motorcycle, or a horse.

Table of Contents
  • Types of Bill of Sale
  • Common Uses of a Rhode Island Bill of Sale
  • How to Write a Rhode Island Bill of Sale
  • Free Rhode Island Bill of Sale Templates

Types of Bill of Sale

Rhode Island Vehicle Bill of Sale

Rhode Island Vehicle Bill of Sale

Use a Rhode Island vehicle bill of sale form to buy or sell a motor vehicle in the state of Rhode Island. In many states, a bill of sale is required to register a vehicle at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

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Personal Property Bill of Sale Example Form

Rhode Island General Bill of Sale (Personal Property)

Use a Rhode Island general bill of sale to buy or sell personal property in the state of Rhode Island. This form can be used to transfer ownership of any valuable item between a buyer and seller.

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Rhode Island Boat Bill of Sale

Use a Rhode Island boat bill of sale to transfer ownership of recreational water vehicles (such as motorboats, sailboats, yachts, and jet skis) in the state of Rhode Island.

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trailer bill of sale

Rhode Island Trailer Bill of Sale

Use a Rhode Island trailer bill of sale to buy or sell a trailer (or any non-motorized vehicle pulled by another vehicle) in the state of Rhode Island and register it at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

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Firearm Bill of Sale Example Form

Rhode Island Firearm Bill of Sale

Use a Rhode Island firearm bill of sale to transfer ownership of a gun (such as a handgun, rifle, or shotgun) in the state of Rhode Island, and avoid legal or criminal issues involving the weapon after it is sold.

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Rhode Island Horse Bill of Sale

Use a Rhode Island horse bill of sale to record the transfer of a horse or pony in the state of Rhode Island. By detailing information about the animal being sold, you can protect yourself from fraudulent sales.

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Common Uses of a Rhode Island Bill of Sale

Rhode Island bills of sale are most commonly used for buying and selling motor vehicles. Other personal property of value such as boats, guns, horses, laptops, furniture, jewelry, and equipment are also frequently bought and sold using bills of sale.

This form protects both the buyer and seller in the event that there is a problem after the sale.

Because bill of sale laws vary across the US, you need to use the form specific to Rhode Island if you’re buying or selling a valuable item in the Ocean State.

How to Write a Rhode Island Bill of Sale

Once the terms of the transaction have been agreed by both parties, the buyer and seller should complete a bill of sale form. If the item being sold or exchanged is not a car, boat, firearm, or horse, a general Rhode Island bill of sale can be filled out by including the following:

Seller and Buyer Information

The buyer and seller need to provide their respective contact details, including their full names, addresses (including cities, states, and ZIP codes), telephone numbers, and email addresses.

Item Information and Price

This section may vary depending on the type of item involved in the transaction, but you’ll always need to write the agreed-upon sale price and describe the item’s condition. Noting any faults or damage will help you avoid disputes later.

You’ll also want to include details that could help identify the unique item being sold. Such information may include:

  • color
  • model
  • make
  • year
  • style
  • serial number
  • specs

Any additional information that can help differentiate the property in question from a similar item is important to include.

Date and Signatures

After you’ve filled out the above information, both parties should review the form to ensure that everything is accurate and as it was agreed upon.

Once everything looks good to both parties, they need to write the date and provide their signatures. As soon as the bill of sale is signed and dated, the transaction has been completed and the buyer can assume ownership of the property.

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