Maine § 1637. - False claims of membership in federally recognized tribe in the State
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1637. — False claims of membership in federally recognized tribe in the State, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1637.. False claims of membership in federally recognized tribe in the State
1. Prohibition. A person may not:
A. Knowingly claim falsely to be a member of the Mi'kmaq Nation, the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, the Passamaquoddy Tribe or the Penobscot Nation; [PL 2011, c. 583, §1 (NEW); PL 2023, c. 369, Pt. A, §4 (REV); PL 2023, c. 369, Pt. A, §5 (AFF).]
B. Have the intent to obtain property to which the person is not entitled by making the claim under paragraph A; and [PL 2011, c. 583, §1 (NEW).]
C. Obtain property to which the person is not entitled by making the claim under paragraph A. [PL 2011, c. 583, §1 (NEW).]
2. Penalty. A person that violates subsection 1 commits a civil violation for which a fine of not more than $2,500 may be adjudged.
3. Definition. For purposes of this section, "property" has the same meaning as set forth in Title 17‑A, section 352, subsection 1.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1637.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1637. cover?
Section 1637. ("False claims of membership in federally recognized tribe in the State") 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 § 1637.?
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