R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-37-8: Peddler’s license.

Every peddler shall, before continuing or commencing to transact the business of a peddler, obtain from the division of taxation a license. Application for the license shall be made to the division of taxation on forms to be obtained from the division of taxation. The division of taxation, if satisfied as to the facts stated in the application, shall issue a license to the peddler, and it shall entitle the peddler to continue or commence to engage in the business within this state.