Becoming partner.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 7-12.1-402
in effect7-12.1-402. Becoming partner.
(a) Upon formation of a partnership, a person becomes a partner under § 7-12.1-202(a).
(b) After formation of a partnership, a person becomes a partner:
(1) As provided in the partnership agreement;
(2) As a result of a transaction effective under Article 11 of this chapter; or
(3) With the affirmative vote or consent of all the partners.
(c) A person may become a partner without:
(1) Acquiring a transferable interest; or
(2) Making or being obligated to make a contribution to the partnership.
P.L. 2022, ch. 123, § 2, effective January 1, 2023; P.L. 2022, ch. 124, § 2, effective
January 1, 2023.
Source: State of Rhode Island General Assembly (rilegislature.gov)URL: https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/Statutes/TITLE7/7-12.1/7-4/7-12.1-402.htmFetched: 10/20/2026