Maine § 1032. - Action may be brought in name of municipality
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1032. — Action may be brought in name of municipality, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1032.. Action may be brought in name of municipality
In addition to other provisions for the collection of taxes, the municipal officers of any municipality to which a tax is due may in writing direct a civil action to be commenced in the name of such municipality against the party liable; but no such defendant is liable for any costs of the action, unless it appears by the declaration and by proof that payment of said tax had been duly demanded before the action.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1032.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1032. cover?
Section 1032. ("Action may be brought in name of municipality") 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 § 1032.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1032." (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 § 1032. apply to my situation?
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