Maine § 1811-A. - Credit for worthless accounts

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1811-A. — Credit for worthless accounts, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1811-A.. Credit for worthless accounts

The tax paid on sales represented by accounts charged off as worthless may be credited against the tax due on a subsequent return filed within 3 years of the charge-off, but, if any such accounts are thereafter collected by the retailer, a tax must be paid upon the amounts so collected.   [PL 2007, c. 438, §49 (AMD).]

Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1811-A.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1811-A. cover?

Section 1811-A. ("Credit for worthless accounts") 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 § 1811-A.?

A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1811-A." (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.

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