Maine § 252. - Penalties
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 252. — Penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 252.. Penalties
A person who intentionally or knowingly violates any provision of section 451, 454‑A, 461 or 462, or of rules adopted pursuant to those sections, or neglects or refuses to obey any order or direction of any local health officer authorized by those provisions, the penalty for which is not specifically provided, or intentionally or knowingly interferes with any person or thing to prevent the execution of those sections or of the rules, commits a civil violation for which a fine of not more than $500 may be adjudged. The District Court has jurisdiction of all offenses under these sections. [PL 2007, c. 598, §4 (AMD).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 252.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 252. cover?
Section 252. ("Penalties") 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 § 252.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 252." (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 § 252. apply to my situation?
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