Maine § 17951. - Definitions
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 17951. — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17951.. Definitions
As used in this article, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings. [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
1. Designated beneficiary. "Designated beneficiary" means the beneficiary designated under section 17952.
2. Qualifying member. "Qualifying member" means a member in service or a former member who is receiving a disability retirement benefit. Beginning July 1, 1993, for purposes of section 17953, subsection 1, "qualifying member" also means a member not in service. For purposes of section 17953, subsection 5‑B, "qualifying member" also means a member not in service who has qualified for a service retirement benefit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 17951.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 17951. cover?
Section 17951. ("Definitions") 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 § 17951.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 17951." (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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