Maine § 759. - Accounting; penalties
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 759. — Accounting; penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 759.. Accounting; penalties
Each tax collector shall, on the last day of each month, pay to the municipal treasurer all moneys collected by the tax collector, and once in 2 months at least shall exhibit to the municipal officers a just and true account of all moneys received on taxes committed to, and excise taxes collected by, the tax collector and produce the treasurer's receipt for money paid by the tax collector. For each neglect, the tax collector forfeits to the municipality $100 to be recovered by the municipal officers of that municipality in a civil action. [PL 2025, c. 113, Pt. D, §29 (AMD).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 759.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 759. cover?
Section 759. ("Accounting; 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 § 759.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 759." (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 759. apply to my situation?
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