Unfair and Deceptive Acts and Practices: R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 6-13.1-1 through 6-13.1-27 Unfair Trade Practice and Consumer Protection Act
Prohibited Practices: 21 enumerated unfair or deceptive acts or practices of competition and unfair or deceptive practices, plus special provisions for specific industries.
Scope: Trade or commerce, defined as advertising, sale, offering for sale, or distribution of any service, real or personal property, intangibles, and any other thing of value.