Maine § 195. - Opinions on questions of law

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 195. — Opinions on questions of law, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 195.. Opinions on questions of law

The Attorney General shall give a written opinion upon questions of law submitted to the Attorney General by the Governor, by the head of any state department or any of the state agencies or by either branch of the Legislature or any members of the Legislature on legislative matters.   [RR 2023, c. 2, Pt. B, §28 (COR).]

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 195.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 195. cover?

Section 195. ("Opinions on questions of law") 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 § 195.?

A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 195." (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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How does Maine § 195. apply to my situation?

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