Maine § 1522. - Litigation costs
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1522. — Litigation costs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1522.. Litigation costs
1. Costs allowed. In any action or proceeding brought by the Attorney General pursuant to any of the provisions listed below or to enforce any of the provisions listed below, the court shall allow litigation costs, including court costs, reasonable attorney's fees and reasonable expert witness fees, to be deposited in the General Fund of the State if the State or any of its officers or agencies is a prevailing party in the action or proceeding:
A. Title 5, section 209; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
B. Title 5, section 4681; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
C. Title 10, section 1104, subsection 2; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
D. Title 10, section 1104, subsection 3; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
E. Title 26, section 46; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
F. Title 26, section 354; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
G. Title 26, section 625‑B; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
H. Title 26, section 626; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
I. Title 26, section 629‑B; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
J. Title 26, section 631; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
K. Title 26, section 781; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
L. Title 32, section 16603; [PL 2005, c. 65, Pt. C, §8 (AMD).]
M. Title 32, section 11301; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
N. Title 32, section 11302; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
O. Title 32, section 11303; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
P. Title 38, section 348; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
Q. Title 38, section 349; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
R. Title 38, section 552; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
S. Title 38, section 570; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
T. Title 38, section 1319‑G; [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
U. Title 38, section 1319‑J; and [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
V. Title 38, section 1367. [PL 1991, c. 9, Pt. G, §2 (NEW).]
2. Affect. Costs allowed under subsection 1 do not affect any fees, costs or expenses otherwise recoverable by the State or any of its officers or agencies.
3. Application. This section applies to any action or proceeding that is pending on the effective date of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1522.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1522. cover?
Section 1522. ("Litigation costs") 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 § 1522.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1522." (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 § 1522. 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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