§ 33-17-16

If a suit is brought by a creditor of the deceased person, he or she shall show: (1) That his or her claim has been duly filed; (2) That his or her claim has not been disallowed by the executor or administrator, or has been established by commissioners, or by judgment; and (3) That a decree of unfaithful administration has been entered as provided in § 33-17-17, and if the estate be insolvent, he or she shall also produce a copy of the order of distribution. History of Section.C.P.A. 1905, § 1027; G.L. 1909, ch. 320, § 16; G.L. 1923, ch. 371, § 15; G.L. 1938, ch. 576, § 15; G.L. 1956, § 33-17-16.