Maine § 159. - Clerks; appointment
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 159. — Clerks; appointment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 159.. Clerks; appointment
For each division, for the violations bureau and for the office of the Chief Judge, the Chief Judge shall appoint clerks and deputy clerks as necessary. A clerk of the Superior Court may also serve as the clerk of the District Court. If the business of any division or the violations bureau does not require the full-time service of a clerk, the Chief Judge may appoint a part-time clerk for that division or violations bureau. Whenever the clerk is unable to perform the duties of that office or so directs, the deputy has all the power and performs all the duties of clerk. Whenever a clerk is absent or temporarily unable to perform the duties as clerk and there is no deputy clerk authorized or available to exercise the powers and perform the duties of clerk and an existing or immediate session of the court renders it necessary, the Chief Judge may designate a clerk pro tempore who has the same powers and duties of the clerk. [PL 1995, c. 560, Pt. I, §14 (AMD).]
The clerk of the District Court may sign notices to appear in court for hearings on nonpayment of fines, counsel fees or restitution. [PL 1997, c. 135, §2 (NEW).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 159.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 159. cover?
Section 159. ("Clerks; appointment") 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 § 159.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 159." (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 § 159. apply to my situation?
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