Maine § 227. - Non-waiver by this State
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 227. — Non-waiver by this State, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 227.. Non-waiver by this State
Nothing in this chapter shall be deemed to constitute a waiver by this State of its right, power or privilege to try such demanded person for crime committed within this State, or of its right, power or privilege to regain custody of such person by extradition proceedings or otherwise for the purpose of trial, sentence or punishment for any crime committed within this State, nor shall any proceedings had under this chapter which result in or fail to result in extradition be deemed a waiver by this State of any of its rights, privileges or jurisdiction in any way whatsoever.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 227.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 227. cover?
Section 227. ("Non-waiver by this State") 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 § 227.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 227." (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 § 227. apply to my situation?
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