Maine § 159. - Confidentiality of records
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 159. — Confidentiality of records, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 159.. Confidentiality of records
Records filed with the Legislative Information Office pursuant to this chapter are public records upon filing and are subject to public review pursuant to Title 1, chapter 13. [PL 1993, c. 685, Pt. A, §4 (NEW).]
All documents prepared for or reviewed in the prehearing conference become public records pursuant to Title 1, chapter 13 at the conclusion of the conference unless 2/3 of the committee votes to seal one or more documents. If a document is sealed, it is exempt from public disclosure. [PL 1993, c. 685, Pt. A, §4 (NEW).]
At the close of each legislative session, the Legislative Information Office shall review each official file, removing each sealed document and replacing it with an information sheet generally identifying the sealed document and noting its removal. The Legislative Information Office shall forward the file to the State Archives. The sealed documents must be destroyed. [PL 1993, c. 685, Pt. A, §4 (NEW).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 159.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 159. cover?
Section 159. ("Confidentiality of records") 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 § 159.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 159." (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 § 159. apply to my situation?
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