Maine § 5009. - Retention of contracts
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 5009. — Retention of contracts, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5009.. Retention of contracts
All contracts entered into between a professional solicitor and a charitable organization must be in writing. [PL 2013, c. 539, §15 (AMD).]
Contracts must be kept on file in the offices of the charitable organization and the professional solicitor during the term of the contract and for 3 years after the date of solicitation of contributions provided for in the contract and must be made available for inspection by or production to the Attorney General or the director during that time. [PL 2013, c. 539, §15 (AMD).]
1. Contracts to be filed.
2. Contracts to be retained by office.
3. Exemption.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 5009.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 5009. cover?
Section 5009. ("Retention of contracts") 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 § 5009.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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