Maine § 1328. - Liability for false information in filed record
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1328. — Liability for false information in filed record, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1328.. Liability for false information in filed record
1. Damages for record containing false information. If a record delivered to the Secretary of State for filing under this chapter and filed by the Secretary of State contains false information, a person that suffers loss by reliance on the information may recover damages for the loss from:
A. A person that signed the record, or caused another to sign it on the person's behalf, and knew the information to be false at the time the record was signed; and [PL 2005, c. 543, Pt. C, §2 (NEW).]
B. A general partner that has notice that the information was false when the record was filed or has become false because of changed circumstances, if the general partner has notice for a reasonably sufficient time before the information is relied upon to enable the general partner to effect an amendment under section 1322, file a petition pursuant to section 1325 or deliver to the Secretary of State for filing a change of registered agent as required by Title 5, section 108 or a statement of correction as required by section 1327. [PL 2007, c. 323, Pt. F, §14 (AMD); PL 2007, c. 323, Pt. G, §4 (AFF).]
2. Signing constitutes affirmation. Signing a record authorized or required to be filed under this chapter constitutes an affirmation under the penalties of perjury that the facts stated in the record are true.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1328.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1328. cover?
Section 1328. ("Liability for false information in filed record") 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 § 1328.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1328." (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 § 1328. 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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