Maine § 202. - Oaths and acknowledgments
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 202. — Oaths and acknowledgments, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 202.. Oaths and acknowledgments
All oaths required to be taken by personal representatives, trustees, guardians, conservators, or of any other persons in relation to any proceeding in the probate court, or to perpetuate the evidence of the publication of any order of notice, may be administered by the judge or register of probate or any notary public. A certificate thereof, when taken out of court, must be returned into the registry of probate and there filed. When any person of whom such oath is required, excluding any parent executing a surrender and release or a consent under Title 18‑C, section 9‑202, resides temporarily or permanently outside the State, the oath or acknowledgment may be taken before and be certified by a notary public outside the State, a commissioner for the State of Maine or a United States Consul. [PL 2025, c. 168, §1 (AMD).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 202.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 202. cover?
Section 202. ("Oaths and acknowledgments") 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 § 202.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 202." (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.
How does Maine § 202. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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