Maine § 17653. - Denial of membership rights
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 17653. — Denial of membership rights, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17653.. Denial of membership rights
The board may, in its discretion, deny the right to become a member to: [PL 1985, c. 801, §§5, 7 (NEW).]
1. Compensation partly paid by State. Any class of employees, except teachers, whose compensation is only partly paid by the State; or
2. Other than per annum payment. Any class of employees who are serving on a temporary basis or whose compensation is set on any basis other than a per annum basis.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 17653.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 17653. cover?
Section 17653. ("Denial of membership rights") 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 § 17653.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 17653." (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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