Maine § 1342. - Approval of health authority
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1342. — Approval of health authority, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1342.. Approval of health authority
Before any person, firm or corporation shall build, construct or erect any such community mausoleum, vault or other burial structure entirely above ground or partly above and partly by excavation, with the intention and purpose that when so built, constructed and erected the same may contain 20 or more deceased human bodies for permanent interment, such person, firm or corporation shall present all plans for such construction to the Bureau of Health and shall obtain the written approval of such plans by said bureau before proceeding with the construction and erection of said mausoleum, vault or other burial structure.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1342.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1342. cover?
Section 1342. ("Approval of health authority") 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 § 1342.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1342." (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 § 1342. apply to my situation?
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