5 days nonpayment notice.
Nonpayment requires a 5-day demand notice; lease violations require a 20-day cure notice. Month-to-month tenancies end on 30 days' notice.
What this means for you: Paying within 5 days stops a nonpayment eviction.
Your next step: Note the 5-day deadline and pay if you can.
Source: R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 34-18-35, 34-18-36. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
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Eviction in nearby states: Connecticut (3 days nonpayment notice) · Massachusetts (14 days nonpayment notice).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.
Updated July 2026