Maine § 1837. - Sale of nonreserved public lands
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1837. — Sale of nonreserved public lands, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1837.. Sale of nonreserved public lands
1. Authority to sell land. With the consent of the commissioner, the director may execute deeds on behalf of the State for nonreserved public lands under the director's management and control, conveying lands that have been authorized to be conveyed by the Legislature or sold by lawful authority subject to the provisions of section 598-A.
2. Notice of land sale, exchange or relocation. Before requesting approval from the Legislature under subsection 1, the director shall give public notice of the proposed sale of land, exchange or relocation and may hold a public hearing. A public hearing must be held by the director if requested by any party.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1837.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1837. cover?
Section 1837. ("Sale of nonreserved public lands") 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 § 1837.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1837." (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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