Maine § 859. - Limitation extended in cases of fraud
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 859. — Limitation extended in cases of fraud, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 859.. Limitation extended in cases of fraud
If a person, liable to any action mentioned, fraudulently conceals the cause thereof from the person entitled thereto, or if a fraud is committed which entitles any person to an action, the action may be commenced at any time within 6 years after the person entitled thereto discovers that he has just cause of action, except as provided in section 3580. [PL 1985, c. 641, §1 (AMD).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 859.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 859. cover?
Section 859. ("Limitation extended in cases of fraud") 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 § 859.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 859." (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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