Maine § 1025. - Handling of animals seized or held
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1025. — Handling of animals seized or held, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1025.. Handling of animals seized or held
1. Handling of animals. No humane agent, animal control officer, animal shelter, pound, animal care center, humane society or veterinarian and anyone acting under their authority and having possession of any animal by reason of his office may:
A. Provide or supply dealers, commercial kennels or laboratories with the animal; or [PL 1987, c. 383, §4 (NEW).]
B. Give, release, sell, trade, loan, transfer or otherwise provide any live animal to any individual, firm, association, corporation, educational institution, laboratory, medical facility or anyone else for purposes of experimentation or vivisection. [PL 1987, c. 383, §4 (NEW).]
2. Livestock. Livestock to be sold at public auction is exempt from this section.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1025.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1025. cover?
Section 1025. ("Handling of animals seized or held") 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 § 1025.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1025." (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 § 1025. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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