Maine § 1897. - Fees
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1897. — Fees, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1897.. Fees
The director may charge reasonable fees for the services provided under this subchapter. Such fees must be used to supervise and manage public facilities for boats. The director may set aside no more than 10% of those fees per year as a reserve fund for repairs and maintenance of those facilities and for marking the waters where in the director's judgment a hazard to boating exists. [PL 1997, c. 678, §13 (NEW).]
When it is essential for public safety, the director may prepare, print and distribute navigation charts and publications and may charge a reasonable fee for them. [PL 1997, c. 678, §13 (NEW).]
When it is in the State's best interest, the director may charge reasonable amounts for the actual costs of providing materials and services associated with the construction and repair of boating facilities. [PL 1997, c. 678, §13 (NEW).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1897.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1897. cover?
Section 1897. ("Fees") 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 § 1897.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1897." (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?
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How does Maine § 1897. apply to my situation?
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