Maine § 1709. - Miscellaneous provisions
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1709. — Miscellaneous provisions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1709.. Miscellaneous provisions
1. FBI authority. Administration of this compact may not interfere with the management and control of the Director of the FBI over the FBI's collection and dissemination of criminal history records and the advisory function of the FBI's advisory policy board chartered under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 United States Code, Appx. I, for all purposes other than noncriminal justice.
2. FBI expenditure of funds. This compact does not require the FBI to obligate or expend funds beyond those appropriated to the FBI.
3. State authority. This compact does not diminish or lessen the obligations, responsibilities or authorities of any state, whether a party state or a nonparty state, or of any criminal history record repository or other subdivision or component thereof, under the federal Departments of State, Justice, and Commerce, the Judiciary and Related Agencies Appropriation Act, 1973, Public Law 92-544, or regulations and guidelines promulgated thereunder, including the rules and procedures promulgated by the council under section 1707, regarding the use and dissemination of criminal history records and information.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1709.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1709. cover?
Section 1709. ("Miscellaneous provisions") 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 § 1709.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1709." (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 1709. 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.
Sources & Verification
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