Maine § 1406. - Survivor benefits
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1406. — Survivor benefits, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1406.. Survivor benefits
1. Survivors' benefits. Any spouse or any child or children of a judge who died prior to December 1, 1984, shall continue to receive 3/8 of the currently effective annual salary as follows:
A. To the surviving spouse, as long as that spouse is not the dependent of another person; or [PL 1983, c. 853, Pt. C, §§ 15, 18 (NEW).]
B. To the child or children of the deceased judge under 18 years of age if there is no surviving spouse or upon the death of the surviving spouse or if the surviving spouse is or becomes the dependent of another person, payable until the youngest child reaches age 18. If more than one child under 18 years of age is eligible for this benefit, it shall be divided equally among them. [PL 1983, c. 853, Pt. C, §§ 15, 18 (NEW).]
2. Benefit upon death of judge. Upon the death of a judge, 3/8 of the currently effective annual salary shall be paid as follows:
A. To the surviving spouse, as long as that spouse is not the dependent of another person; or [PL 1983, c. 853, Pt. C, §§ 15, 18 (NEW).]
B. To the child or children of the deceased judge under 18 years of age if there is no surviving spouse or upon the death of the surviving spouse or if the surviving spouse is or becomes the dependent of another person, payable until the youngest child reaches age 18. If more than one child under 18 years of age is eligible for this benefit, it shall be divided equally among them. [PL 1983, c. 853, Pt. C, §§ 15, 18 (NEW).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1406.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1406. cover?
Section 1406. ("Survivor benefits") 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 § 1406.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1406." (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 § 1406. 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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