Maine § 1665. - Negotiation of bill when not in carrier's possession
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1665. — Negotiation of bill when not in carrier's possession, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1665.. Negotiation of bill when not in carrier's possession
Any person who, with intent to deceive, negotiates or transfers for value a bill knowing that any or all of the goods which by the terms of such bill appear to have been received for transportation by the carrier which issued the bill are not in the possession or control of such carrier, or of a connecting carrier, without disclosing this fact, shall be guilty of a crime, and upon conviction shall be punished for each offense by a fine of not more than $5,000 or by imprisonment for not more than 5 years, or by both.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1665.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1665. cover?
Section 1665. ("Negotiation of bill when not in carrier's possession") 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 § 1665.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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