Maine § 121. - Marking; inspection and renewal
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 121. — Marking; inspection and renewal, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 121.. Marking; inspection and renewal
Every boat or lighter employed in carrying stones, sand or gravel shall be marked at light-water mark, and at least 5 other places, with the figures 4, 12, 16, 24 and 30, legibly made on the stem and sternpost thereof, expressing the weight which such boat or lighter is capable of carrying, when the lower part of the respective numbers touches the water in which it floats. Such marks shall be inspected yearly, and when found illegible in whole or in part, they shall be renewed.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 121.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 121. cover?
Section 121. ("Marking; inspection and renewal") 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 § 121.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 121." (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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