Maine § 12. - Rules and standards
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 12. — Rules and standards, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12.. Rules and standards
The commissioner shall adopt, consistent with the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, Title 5, chapter 375, rules for carrying out this Title and all other statutes delegating responsibility to the commissioner or the department. The commissioner may fix standards of purity, quality or strength when such standards are not specified or fixed by law, and shall publish them together with such other information concerning articles of commercial feeding stuff, commercial fertilizer, drug or food as the commissioner may consider to be of public benefit. [RR 2021, c. 1, Pt. B, §56 (COR).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 12.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 12. cover?
Section 12. ("Rules and standards") 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 § 12.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 12." (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 § 12. 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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