Maine § 410. - Violations

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 410. — Violations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 410.. Violations

1.  Civil violation.  An officer or employee of a state government agency or local government entity who willfully violates this subchapter commits a civil violation.

2.  Penalties.  A state government agency or local government entity whose officer or employee commits a civil violation described in subsection 1 is subject to:

A. A fine of not more than $500 for a civil violation described in subsection 1;   [PL 2019, c. 247, §1 (NEW).]

B. A fine of not more than $1,000 for a civil violation described in subsection 1 that was committed not more than 4 years after a previous adjudication of a civil violation described in subsection 1 by an officer or employee of the same state government agency or local government entity; or   [PL 2019, c. 247, §1 (NEW).]

C. A fine of not more than $2,000 for a civil violation described in subsection 1 that was committed not more than 4 years after 2 or more previous adjudications of a civil violation described in subsection 1 by an officer or employee of the same state government agency or local government entity.   [PL 2019, c. 247, §1 (NEW).]

Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 410.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 410. cover?

Section 410. ("Violations") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Maine § 410.?

A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 410." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Maine law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.

How does Maine § 410. apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

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